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Extra security for Hill 16 as GAA battles to maintain its legacy

The historic Croke Park standing area has lately been the site of violent events that have called into question whether it can or should retain its no-segregation policy

Dublin and Kerry players walk towards the fans on Hill 16 in the pre-match parade before last year’s All Ireland football semi-final Getty

It’s a piece of Irish sporting history and culture, but the role of Hill 16 has come into question in recent weeks.

The terrace, one with a colourful and often misinterpreted history, has been home to some unseemly events that have created concerns over fan safety.

The GAA has moved to arrest this as it seeks to maintain the terrace’s unique role – one that doesn’t separate fans of rival teams and trusts supporters to ...