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Courts given stronger powers against fan disorder

Scottish courts are set to receive stronger powers to impose football banning orders, with new legislation aimed at tackling offences including pyrotechnic use, pitch invasions and missile throwing. The Scottish government said the changes follow a consultation involving more than 900 responses, with Police Scotland and football bodies backing wider use of the measures. The move comes after a series of incidents, including a pitch invasion following Celtic’s Premiership title win and clashes between Rangers and Celtic supporters. Community safety minister Kirsten Oswald said a small minority of fans were compromising safety at matches. Supporters groups, however, questioned claims that disorder was worsening and expressed concerns over expanding restrictions.

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