Police issue dispersal call over George Square disorder

Justice secretary Humza Yousaf had earlier called those in attendance "selfish and irresponsible".

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A dispersal order has been issued by Police Scotland over disorder in Glasgow city centre as thousands of Rangers fans celebrate.

Officers say they will now disperse anyone who has gathered in George Square.

Justice secretary Humza Yousaf had earlier called those in attendance “selfish and irresponsible” as he said they were endangering lives due to the ongoing Covid risk.

A spokesman for Police Scotland said: “Due to the level of disorder in George Square, Police Scotland will make use of powers available under Section 14 of the Public Order Act 1986 to disperse those who have chosen to gather.

“The senior police officer on the ground will give direct instructions to those gathered.”

Thousands of fans took to the city centre following the Ibrox side’s 4-0 win over Aberdeen on Saturday that seen them lift the league trophy for the first time since 2011.

Police earlier confirmed that several arrests had taken place and videos posted online showed scuffles breaking out among the crowds.

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