Celtic Extra Time: Mass Celebrations or Public Risk? Glasgow’s Response to Celtic Fans | NEWSDRIFT

In this episode of Celtic Extra Time, we dive into Glasgow’s bold and controversial decision to dismantle bus shelters ahead of Celtic FC’s title celebrations. With thousands of fans expected to flood the streets after Celtic's Premiership victory, city officials feared a repeat of last year’s chaos.

Why were bus stops taken apart? What role did Celtic Football Club and Police Scotland play? And are these celebrations becoming too risky for the public?

Watch as we explore:

The history of Celtic title party disorder

The safety measures taken by Glasgow City Council

How fan culture and civic responsibility are colliding

Future plans for organized celebrations

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In this video, we take a closer look at the recent developments in Glasgow, where city officials have taken extraordinary measures ahead of an anticipated celebration by Celtic Football Club supporters.

As the Scottish Premiership season came to a close, Celtic fans were preparing to celebrate their team's title win. The final match against St Mirren was expected to draw thousands of supporters to the streets, especially to popular gathering spots like Merchant City and Trongate. These areas have traditionally been focal points for fan celebrations.

However, past experiences have shown that these unofficial gatherings often lead to serious problems. Last year, similar celebrations spiraled into chaos. Nineteen people were arrested, multiple police officers were injured, and the city saw widespread property damage. In response, Glasgow authorities have taken proactive steps this time to prevent a repeat of those events.

One of the most noticeable actions taken was the dismantling of several bus shelters in the areas where fans were expected to gather. Glass panels and shelter roofs were removed specifically to stop fans from climbing on them, which had been a major safety concern in previous celebrations. Images of fans dangerously perched on these structures had circulated widely after earlier title parties, raising alarm among both officials and the public.

Glasgow City Council, working in coordination with Police Scotland and Celtic Football Club, made the decision to remove the shelters. They emphasized that the aim was to reduce the risk of injury and property damage. These actions, though drastic, reflect a growing concern over the safety and orderliness of these mass celebrations.

Celtic Football Club has also taken steps to discourage fans from attending these unofficial gatherings. The club issued a statement urging supporters to avoid gathering in the city centre. They stressed that these unplanned celebrations put enormous pressure on emergency services, cause significant disruption to local communities, and present safety risks for those involved.

Despite repeated calls from the club and local authorities, many fans still expressed intentions to celebrate the win in the streets. While the enthusiasm of supporters is understandable, city officials remain worried about the lack of proper infrastructure and safety planning for such events.

Efforts have been made in recent months to identify an organized and safe venue for future title celebrations. However, no formal plans have been finalized yet. The challenge lies in balancing the fans’ desire to celebrate their team’s success with the city’s responsibility to maintain safety and public order.

Interestingly, the anticipated fan celebration coincided with a major Orange walk taking place in the city earlier the same day. That event, which was a pre-planned and regulated march, proceeded without any major incidents, highlighting the difference that official planning and coordination can make.

In the end, this situation raises broader questions about how cities and football clubs can work together to manage large-scale celebrations. With football being such a deeply rooted part of local culture, finding ways to channel that passion into safe, inclusive, and respectful events is more important than ever.

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