Police to 'minimise disruption' at Celtic fans title party

The Hoops are due to play St Mirren at Celtic Park on Saturday at 12.30pm and will lift the league trophy following the game.

Police to ‘minimise disruption’ at Celtic fans title party in Glasgow city centre SNS Group

Police say “any disruption will be minimised” at an anticipated gathering of large crowds in Glasgow city centre this weekend.

Officers believe the city is likely to be much busier than normal with people expected to gather in their numbers to celebrate Celtic winning the Scottish Premiership.

The Hoops are due to play St Mirren at Celtic Park on Saturday at 12.30pm and will lift the league trophy following the game.

In previous years, fans have gathered in the Trongate area in Merchant City to celebrate the title win.

Police Scotland said it is working closely with Glasgow City Council to minimise disruption to the community and confirmed a “proportionate policing plan” is in place.

A Police Scotland statement read: “Glasgow city centre is likely to be much busier than normal on Saturday, May 18 as it is anticipated that large crowds may gather to celebrate the Scottish Premiership title win by Celtic Football Club.

“We are working closely with partners including Glasgow City Council and will have a proportionate policing plan in place to maintain public safety and minimise any disruption to the community.”

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