The Daily Record has been battling for a cap on resale ticket prices for years as part of our ‘Stub Out the Touts’ campaign.
The SNP Government will introduce a bill to crack down on ticket touts for Euro 2028 coming to Scotland.
The UEFA European Championship (Scotland) Bill will ban the sale of tickets in Scotland for profit online and in person.
It will also restrict street trading and outdoor advertising within specific areas in Glasgow.
The Daily Record has been battling for a cap on resale ticket prices for years as part of our ‘Stub Out the Touts’ campaign.
Business Minister Richard Lochhead said: “Hosting EURO 2028 is an opportunity for Scotland to shine globally and to welcome thousands of fans to our cities, pubs, restaurants, hotels and communities.
“Our reputation for hosting major sporting and cultural events is known the world over. Hosting one of the most prestigious sporting events is an opportunity to truly cement this legacy.
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“Our legislation intends to sustain the integrity of this world-class sporting event and enables us to grab the economic opportunities of the Euros by meeting our obligations as a host nation.
“That’s why we want to tackle unscrupulous ticket touts and uphold our duties to UEFA as a privileged host nation.”
If the bill passes Scottish courts will be able to issue fines up to £20,000, with an unlimited amount possible for more serious offences.
Scotland, England, Wales and the Republic of Ireland will host Euro 2028. Some 3 million tickets will go on sale for the whole tournament, allowing more fans than ever to attend the Euros. Hampden Park is one of nine stadia where games will be played.
It follows the Europe-wide Euro 2020 in which Hampden hosted four matches. Despite being hosts, Scotland may not get automatic qualification for the tournament. Only two of the four host nations will automatically qualify.
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