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Sunderland fans face coach-only travel for Newcastle derby as supporters hit out

The decision has prompted criticism from supporters on both sides of the Tyne-Wear divide. Find out why the restrictions have been introduced and what fans are saying.

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00:00Sunderland supporters must travel to Newcastle on official club coaches for the 6th December Tyneweir Derby.
00:08It's a bubble match restricting away fans' travel to St James' Park.
00:12Northumbria police recommended the arrangements after missiles were thrown and fireworks discharged near crowds, including police horses, during March's meeting.
00:21Police say a minority created a significant risk of harm. The force described the match as largely incident-free.
00:29Sunderland have been allocated more than 2,000 tickets.
00:32Supporter groups Rawa and NUST oppose the restrictions, saying fans will not consult it and the measures are unjustified.
00:40Police say the plan is the safest way to accommodate the allocation.
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