SCOTTISH football fans have been left furious with new “draconian” transport proposals put forward by the UK Government.
proposals put forward by the UK Government.
It states: “The majority of football fans are law abiding and do not intend to cause disturbances whilst travelling to or from games, but a small minority can be disruptive and impact the enjoyment of others.”Much of what is said focuses on public service vehicles and the document sets out a number of travel recommendations on game days.
Buses cannot stop at premises where alcohol is sold unless it is done so with a “substantial meal”. It adds that “prior agreement for meal stops where alcohol is available should be sought from the operator’s relevant dedicated football officer”. Passengers are not to “be set down” or picked up “at any unauthorised locations without prior permission of the police”.The reaction from football fans has been overwhelmingly negative. One user said on X, formerly known as Twitter: “The draconian proposals put civil liberties at risk. They must be opposed.
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