Euro 2028 Touts Face £20,000 Fines Under New Scottish Law

Ticket touts hoping to profit from Euro 2028 matches in Glasgow could be hit with hefty fines under a proposed law at Holyrood. The legislation aims to protect the integrity of the tournament and prevent illegal resales, with penalties reaching up to £20,000—or even more for serious offences.

New Law Targets Ticket Resales and Event Zones

Scottish ministers have put forward the UEFA European Championship (Scotland) Bill, which will give courts the power to issue significant fines to those caught reselling tickets for profit. The bill is part of broader efforts to ensure Scotland meets its obligations as a host nation.

If passed, the law will also restrict street trading and outdoor advertising around event zones in Glasgow. This move aligns with UEFA’s commercial rights and aims to prevent unauthorized sales and promotions.

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Hampden Park to Host Key Matches

Glasgow’s Hampden Park is set to be a key venue for Euro 2028, with Scotland hosting alongside England, Wales, and the Republic of Ireland. The historic stadium, with a capacity of 52,000, was also a venue for Euro 2020 (played in 2021 due to the pandemic), where it staged three group games and a round-of-16 match.

• Hampden Park is one of the 10 selected venues for Euro 2028.
• Scotland’s national team will have the opportunity to play in front of home fans.
• The tournament is expected to boost local businesses and tourism.

Government’s Push for Fair Ticketing

Scottish Business Minister Richard Lochhead emphasized that hosting Euro 2028 is a major opportunity for Scotland. He highlighted the country’s strong reputation for hosting global sporting and cultural events, adding that this law would help maintain that standing.

A look at the key aspects of the proposed bill:

What This Means for Fans and Businesses

The new legislation is expected to deter touts and ensure that genuine fans have a fair chance of purchasing tickets at face value. While some have welcomed the move, others argue that more needs to be done to tackle online resale platforms, where inflated prices are still a concern.

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