Training Suspended Due to Blue Action Protest Fire - Ipswich Town News
The Blue Action protest at Playford Road this morning led to a small fire which caused training to be suspended for 10 minutes.
During the protest, which Blue Action filmed and posted on social media, signage on the perimeter was hit by a flare and began burning.
The flames were kicked out by a member of the coaching staff, however, the smoke led to training being temporarily halted for the safety of players and staff. Police are now investigating.
A club statement reads: "There was an incident at the training ground this morning where flares were thrown over a perimeter fence adjacent to the players.
"The flares caused signage on the fence to catch alight and in doing so put our staff at risk.
"The police were called and are investigating the matter. The supporters' group concerned have apologised for their actions.”
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