The Board of THST is saddened, but certainly not surprised, at today's decision by the Crown Prosecution Service to deem the use of the Y Word in any context as a prosecutable offence.
Since the first Spurs fan was arrested at White Hart Lane on 6th October 2013, THST has worked closely with our legal
team to establish a defence to these charges, which will now be tested in a court of law.
It remains our firm belief that, when used in a footballing context by Tottenham Hotspur supporters, there is no intent or desire to offend any member of the Jewish Community.
We will continue to offer advice and support to any fan arrested by the Metropolitan Police for using the term in such circumstances.
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team to establish a defence to these charges, which will now be tested in a court of law.
It remains our firm belief that, when used in a footballing context by Tottenham Hotspur supporters, there is no intent or desire to offend any member of the Jewish Community.
We will continue to offer advice and support to any fan arrested by the Metropolitan Police for using the term in such circumstances.
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