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Official Report
Meeting date:
21 March 2022
Criminal Justice Committee 21 March 2022
That will have an impact on reducing antisocial behaviour. We recognise that that will not stop everyone.
Committee reports
Date published:
9 October 2023
Female participation in sport and physical activity - Impact of social media on female participation at all levels
The Committee learned that, during the Women's Euro 2022 football tournament and as part of a wider Respect programme to address online abuse in football, UEFA introduced a platform to monitor and report online abuse and track whether abusive posts were removed from social media after being reported.
Last updated:
10 April 2024
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S6M-11073: Ben Macpherson: Enhancing Scottish Football - That the Parliament celebrates what it sees as a current successful period for the Scottish national football teams; believes that, collectively as a nation, Scotland should seek to build on this progress and achievement, and therefore make further improvements to realise even more of Scotland’s footballing potential, including in the Edinburgh Northern and Leith constituency; recognises, with its determination to seek to enhance Scottish football at all levels, the work of the Scottish Football Supporters Association (SFSA) by initiating, coordinating and publishing a fan-led review of the game in Scotland, titled Rebuilding Scottish Football: A Fan Led Review of The Game in Scotland, which was published in June 2023; notes that the SFSA- sponsored review includes recommendations for strengthening and extending the role of football as a sport that is accessible to all in the population who wish to engage and participate, as a major cultural industry for the nation, as a means for encouraging positive social change, and as a source of substantial individual and community benefit especially in relation to physical and mental wellbeing; further notes the issues raised in the fan-led review and the belief that there are shared merits to considering these on a collaborative, cross-party basis with stakeholders, and, in particular, with the Scottish Football Association (SFA) and Scottish Professional Football League (SPFL); notes the key recommendation of the fan-led review that the governance, finance and conduct of Scottish football would benefit from independent scrutiny and, as necessary, appropriate regulation, which it understands is being undertaken in England and discussed within and amongst football communities worldwide, and acknowledges calls for there to be further consultation on the future development of Scottish football, including its oversight and governance, for the benefit of the continued enhancement of Scottish football.
Last updated:
10 April 2024
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S6M-11073: Ben Macpherson: Enhancing Scottish Football - That the Parliament celebrates what it sees as a current successful period for the Scottish national football teams; believes that, collectively as a nation, Scotland should seek to build on this progress and achievement, and therefore make further improvements to realise even more of Scotland’s footballing potential, including in the Edinburgh Northern and Leith constituency; recognises, with its determination to seek to enhance Scottish football at all levels, the work of the Scottish Football Supporters Association (SFSA) by initiating, coordinating and publishing a fan-led review of the game in Scotland, titled Rebuilding Scottish Football: A Fan Led Review of The Game in Scotland, which was published in June 2023; notes that the SFSA- sponsored review includes recommendations for strengthening and extending the role of football as a sport that is accessible to all in the population who wish to engage and participate, as a major cultural industry for the nation, as a means for encouraging positive social change, and as a source of substantial individual and community benefit especially in relation to physical and mental wellbeing; further notes the issues raised in the fan-led review and the belief that there are shared merits to considering these on a collaborative, cross-party basis with stakeholders, and, in particular, with the Scottish Football Association (SFA) and Scottish 8 PB/S6/24/001 Professional Football League (SPFL); notes the key recommendation of the fan-led review that the governance, finance and conduct of Scottish football would benefit from independent scrutiny and, as necessary, appropriate regulation, which it understands is being undertaken in England and discussed within and amongst football communities worldwide, and acknowledges calls for there to be further consultation on the future development of Scottish football, including its oversight and governance, for the benefit of the continued enhancement of Scottish football.
Official Report
Meeting date:
30 October 2025
Constitution, Europe, External Affairs and Culture Committee 30 October 2025 [Draft]
Every so often there is a conversation about Scottish football and whether there should be a Scottish football TV model.
Last updated:
7 March 2023
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*S5M-02231.1 Annabelle Ewing: Justice As an amendment to motion S5M-02231 in the name — of Douglas Ross (Justice), leave out from there are laws to end and insert the Offensive “ ” “ Behaviour at Football and Threatening Communications (Scotland) Act 2012 sends a clear message that abusive behaviour has no place in Scottish football and gives additional tools to police and prosecutors to deal with acts of hatred; further notes that an independent poll carried out by YouGov showed overwhelming public support for the Act, including support from a majority of the football supporters surveyed; recognises the support from equality organisations in assisting to tackle unacceptable behaviour at football matches; notes the importance of Section 6 in tackling issues of threatening communications and stirring up religious hatred, which have been criminalised in the rest of the UK since 2006; further notes the Scottish Government s record level ’ of investment of £12.5 million in tackling sectarianism through education and grassroots community work, and urges the Scottish Government to continue with this work through the delivery of the recommendations of the independent Advisory Group on Tackling Sectarianism in Scotland, as well as tackling all other forms of prejudice and hate crime and implementing the recommendations of the Independent Advisory Group on Hate Crime, Prejudice and Community Cohesion.”
Last updated:
19 May 2025
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S6M-16874: Fulton MacGregor: The Plight of Albion Rovers and Preserving Scotland’s Historic Football Clubs— That the Parliament notes with concern the financial difficulties faced by Albion Rovers FC; believes that the Coatbridge club, which is one of Scotland’s oldest, was founded in 1882 and has been an integral part of the community for over 140 years; notes that these financial concerns were detailed in a statement from the club in March 2025 and include the impending loss of the SPFL "parachute payment" that it currently receives from the start of the 2025- 26 season; considers that historic clubs, such as Albion Rovers, have played a significant role in shaping Scotland’s football heritage and the communities they serve, bringing joy to many supporters, providing a pathway for local talent and fostering aspiration; is concerned that financial pressures and changing football structures threaten the future of many clubs with deep-rooted local and historical significance; acknowledges the efforts of fans, volunteers and businesses in the Coatbridge and Chryston constituency in supporting Albion Rovers through what it sees as these challenging times, and notes the calls for the Scottish Government, football authorities and community stakeholders to explore ways to support and sustain historic clubs, with the aim of ensuring that they continue to thrive and contribute to their communities for generations to come.
Official Report
Meeting date:
25 January 2018
Meeting of the Parliament 25 January 2018
The question is, that motion S5M-10072, in the name of James Kelly, on the Offensive Behaviour at Football and Threatening Communications (Repeal) (Scotland) Bill at stage 1, be agreed to.
Committee reports
Date published:
22 March 2021
Education and Skills Committee Session 5 Legacy Paper - Engagement
This was due to a range of factors, including the way in which some trauma-related behaviours were categorised as offensive or threatening and how incidents were dealt with in residential care settings.
Committee reports
Date published:
2 October 2018
Legislative Consent Memorandum: Offensive Weapons Bill - Brief outline of the Bill
The offence extends to the United Kingdom.
Part 5 (threatening with offensive weapon) does not extend to Scotland.
