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Is it really discrimination?
Prime Minister Burnham's claim of 'discrimination' highlights a common debate. The law specifically targets men's football in the top five divisions, while fans at other sports like rugby or horse racing can drink in view of the pitch. This disparity is what fuels arguments about fairness and equal treatment under the law.
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