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Booing the national anthem might stop if we level the playing field

One-time Culture Secretary Karen Bradley urged the FA to take all necessary action and “pursue those responsible”. She hasn’t said yet if she wants people sent to the Tower

The booing of the national anthem at the FA Cup final continues to echo.

To recap, ahead of the match at Wembley Stadium was sung. Some fans booed. There was some other booing when Prince William was presented to the players. In the grand scheme of things, it was not a big deal. But opprobrium followed from some quarters.

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