Fan representatives in Scotland are pleading for young fans to be educated on the dangers of pyro
Scottish Football Supporters Association chiefs have floated plans with senior MSPs on the potential formation of a body to instruct fans about the abuse of dangerous flares and fireworks.
The appeal came after the Viaplay Cup final between Celtic and Rangers was shrouded in smoke, with fans from both sides copying the “ultras” behaviour of continental fans. SFSA CEO Stuart Murphy said: “On pyro, we accept that some fans think it is part of fan culture, that it builds atmosphere. But there are also very obvious inherent dangers. We have been discussing how we can best connect with fans in an education programme that involves the Scottish Government, police and our own organisation –because at the moment there is nothing.
“There is no point in just slapping people with bans. We are offering to hold a conference or have a series of fan workshops on where the game is right now and to report back from experiences in Europe – particularly Norway and Sweden – where safe pyro sections have been introduced.”He said: “Doing nothing is not an option yet that is what we are doing.
“It’s a similar situation with other difficult areas such as action on racism, homophobia or sectarianism. It is not wise just ignoring these issues until something more serious happens in the future.”Top news stories today The SFA, SPFL and Police Scotland have already held talks on how to tighten up security and deter the pyro craze. Don't miss the latest news from around Scotland and beyond - Sign up to our daily newsletter here.
France Dernières Nouvelles, France Actualités
Similar News:Vous pouvez également lire des articles d'actualité similaires à celui-ci que nous avons collectés auprès d'autres sources d'information.
BBC Football Focus replaced by fan favourite over Gary Lineker suspensionBBC’S Football Focus has been pulled off-air and replaced with a huge fan favourite amid a major TV shake-up. It comes after the broadcaster suspended sports pundit Gary Lineker from his Matc…
Lire la suite »
Scotland set for more weather chaos as warnings issued over snow and wildfiresWith yellow weather warnings in place on Saturday and Sunday, cold and dry conditions have made the possibility of wildfires more likely.
Lire la suite »
Weather warnings for snow, ice and wildfires in ScotlandThe risk of snow and ice across the country comes as 'extreme' wildfire warnings are also in place.
Lire la suite »
Scotland's cold snap to ease but forecasters predict high winds and rainSnowfall is to be replaced by bands of rain and wind on Sunday, lasting into Monday morning.
Lire la suite »
Lineker row hits BBC Scotland sports output for second daySunday's Six Nations rugby and Scottish Cup football will have live commentary but no analysis or presenter.
Lire la suite »
Charity is changing the way that we view Scotland’s addictsThose with problematic relationships with alcohol often encounter a lack of empathy and understanding when dealing with alcoholism services
Lire la suite »