New legislation to enable Scotland to host EURO 2028, including measures to tackle ticket touting, has been introduced to the Scottish Parliament.
The UEFA European Championship (Scotland) Bill will prohibit the resale of tickets in Scotland for profit online and in person and restrict street trading and outdoor advertising within designated event zones in Glasgow.
If passed, the legislation will enable Scottish courts to issue fines up to £20,000, with an unlimited amount possible for the most serious offences.
The football tournament will feature 24 national teams, with matches staged across the UK and Ireland, including at Hampden stadium, in June and July 2028.
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.
“Our 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.
“That’s why we want to tackle unscrupulous ticket touts and uphold our duties to UEFA as a privileged host nation.”
