Update following Celtic fans title celebrations in Glasgow City Centre

On Saturday, 17 May, 2025, thousands of fans gathered in the Glasgow Cross and Trongate areas of Glasgow to celebrate Celtic FC winning of the Scottish Premiership title.

Across the day there were nine arrests, three at the game and six in the city centre.

Fifteen people were charged and will be reported to the Procurator Fiscal in connection with offences including being in possession of pyrotechnics or offensive weapons, assault and public order.

Six fixed penalty notices and four recorded police warnings were also issued at the time.

Enquiries remain ongoing into further reports.

A significant amount of alcohol and pyrotechnics was pro-actively seized by officers before, during and after the match and from people at the gathering.

Chief Superintendent Emma Croft, Divisional Commander, Greater Glasgow Division, said: “While some fans respected the appeal from police and partners to act responsibly, thousands didn’t and descended on Glasgow Cross causing significant disruption to the city.

“This mass assembly of people also had an impact on some local businesses who took the decision to close early or completely as a consequence.

“A significant majority of those who congregated were highly intoxicated, with evidence of drug misuse requiring medical intervention. A number of people were admitted to local hospitals as a consequence.

“There were numerous incidents of anti-social behaviour including the reckless discharge of pyrotechnics. Several people scaled the Mercat Tower and other street furniture requiring assistance.

“Officers took decisive action to clear the area and prevent further disorder when it was safe to do so. Thankfully there were no reports of injuries to officers.

“We will continue to work with partners to achieve a safer and less disruptive way for fans to celebrate safely.”