Commission nationale consultative de prévention des violences lors des manifestations sportives (CNCDP)

The Commission nationale consultative de prévention des violences lors des manifestations sportives (CNCDP) is a French state body authorized to decide on the potential dissolution of supporter groups. It is currently newsworthy due to the potential dissolution of supporter groups of AS Saint-Étienne (ASSE). Two groups were recently summoned before the CNCDP, prompting significant concern and protest. Thousands of supporters demonstrated in Saint-Étienne against the possible dissolution of the two main ultra groups. This has led to meetings between political representatives, club management, and supporter groups. The CNCDP's actions are relevant as they highlight the ongoing efforts to combat violence and maintain order at sporting events in France, while also raising concerns about freedom of association and the potential for overreach in suppressing supporter culture.