Leeds United would like to make all supporters aware that there will be increased security checks taking place at our last home fixture of the season against Brighton & Hove Albion.

The increased checks are due to the UK terrorism threat level recently being raised to ‘severe’, meaning we must take extra precautions to ensure everybody’s safety.

We would like to remind all supporters of our strict bag policy, which you can find detailed below. We encourage all fans to travel light and avoid bringing bags to the stadium to speed up entry through the turnstiles. For supporters attending on Sunday we kindly ask for your patience when entering Elland Road to allow staff to perform their security checks, and to arrive as early as possible to avoid the busiest times in the 30 minutes ahead of kick-off.

As always, your support and patience is greatly appreciated, and we hope everybody enjoys the match.

Bag policy:

To make Leeds United safe for everyone, there are restrictions on what you can bring in a bag into the stadium. Here’s everything you need to know.

What’s allowed? Each person can only bring one small bag, and it must not be bigger than A4 size:

  • Height 297mm (11.7 inches)

  • Width 210mm (8.27 inches)

  • Depth 210mm (8.27 inches)

Please note, this means the overall bag size. Bags that are half full and folded over to reduce their size will not be accepted. Anyone carrying bags that do not meet the above criteria above WILL be refused entry.

Is there a bag storage facility at Elland Road? No. There are no bag or luggage storage facilities available.

Why does the stadium have a bag policy? Safety is everything. That’s why we carefully review public safety and stadium security policies every year, looking for ways to improve them.

By limiting the size and style of bags people can carry in, our bag policy enhances safety inside and outside the stadium. Plus, it speeds up the security screening process.

How is this good for fans? As well as making everyone feel safer, this means less time standing in lines at the turnstiles – helping you get to your seats well before the match.

What about official merchandise? Any matchday merchandise you buy will be supplied in a clear plastic bag and will be allowed into the stadium.

Will my bags be inspected? Yes. All items and bags carried by spectators and staff will be carefully inspected and searched when entering the stadium. This may include an electronic wanding or pat down.

Are there any exceptions to the bag policy? What about medical reasons? We do make exceptions for medical equipment and a few other things, but you must get permission in advance. If this applies to you, please email [email protected] ahead of the matchday.

Are cameras, smart phones or tablets allowed in, if they’re not in my bag? Yes. A phone or camera can be carried into the stadium, but not in its own bag. In other words, you can bring these things in, as long as you still only have one bag in total that meets the policy.

Are handbags allowed? Yes. Unlike some event venues, we are not banning all bags. But handbags count as the one small bag you’re allowed to bring into the stadium. So, as long as it’s smaller than A4 and meets the rest of our bag policy (as described previously), then you can bring a handbag.

Thank you for your continued support.