Touts who resell tickets for Euro 2028 football matches in Glasgow could face fines of up to £20,000 under a new law tabled at Holyrood.
The international competition is to be hosted at stadiums across England, Scotland, Wales and the Republic of Ireland, including Glasgow’s Hampden Park.
Ministers say the new law will help to “sustain the integrity” of the event by allowing Scottish courts to levy fines on those who resell tickets for profit.
If passed it will also restrict street trading and outdoor advertising within event zones in Glasgow, in line with commercial rights held by UEFA.
The Uefa European Championship (Scotland) Bill proposes giving courts to power to issue fines up to £20,000, but with an unlimited amount possible for the most serious offences.
Scottish 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.”
Lochhead added the 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”.
He said: “That’s why we want to tackle unscrupulous ticket touts and uphold our duties to Uefa as a privileged host nation.”
Hampden Park, a 52,000 capacity stadium, three group games and a round of 16 tie at Euro 2020 – held in 2021 due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
It was the first time the Scotland men’s national team had qualified for a major tournament in more than 20 years.
