FORMER East Hull MP Lord Prescott has criticised travel restrictions imposed on Hull City fans for the Huddersfield Town game next month.
The match on March 30 was originally set for 12.30pm, but kick-off has now been changed to 5.20pm to be televised on Sky Sports.
West Yorkshire Police originally refused permission for the game to be held at this time due to cost of policing and concerns at the prospect of away fans drinking in Huddersfield before the match.
They changed their mind when sanctions were agreed, including travel restrictions and Hull City being allocated only 1,500 tickets at the John Smith's Stadium.
Lord Prescott criticised West Yorkshire Police Superintendent Ged McManus, saying: "Firstly, you slur all Hull City fans even though last season not one single supporter got arrested for an alcohol-related offence.
"And secondly, you admit it's a matter of cost so Hull fans should pay the price.
"West Yorkshire Police are rubbishing our reputation and treating us like common criminals because they claim they can't afford to police a Saturday night."
