The Scottish government is exploring pilot projects for selling alcohol at football matches, following decades of prohibition due to past riots. A recent briefing for First Minister John Swinney indicated that a limited number of pilot projects would aim to gather data on alcohol’s impact at games. While some discussions have taken place with Police Scotland and the Scottish Professional Football League (SPFL), current legislation remains unchanged. The proposals suggest maintaining a cautious approach, weighing public health concerns alongside potential benefits of beer sales in specific areas.
"A limited number of pilot projects to gather evidence on the effect of selling alcohol to fans would be possible," stated the briefing for First Minister John Swinney.
"We understand from the SPFL that Police Scotland are open to discussions on this," highlighting the ongoing dialogue about the alcohol ban at football matches.
Although proposals would need to recognize the significant impact of alcohol on public health in Scotland, the Minister mentioned the door is not closed on the issue.
The briefing emphasized that there are no plans at this time to remove the existing general restrictions on alcohol at football matches in Scotland.
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