Greens call for all parties to back £25 cap on football away tickets
Scottish Greens co-leader, Gillian Mackay MSP has secured a Members’ debate in Holyrood today on capping football away tickets to £25.
Ticket price caps have been in effect in England and Wales for over a decade meaning travelling fans do not pay more than £30 for a ticket. Last month, Gillian Mackay wrote to all 42 chief executives of Scotland’s professional football clubs urging them to support a £25 cap on away ticket prices.
Premier League clubs unanimously agreed to keep the £30 cap on away ticket prices for the 2025-26 season. Europa and Champions League matches also see price caps. Yet, no such cap exists in Scotland.
Scottish Greens co-leader, Gillian Mackay MSP said:
“Football is one of the most loved and successful sports in the country and Scotland proudly boasts some of the most loyal supporters anywhere in Europe. It is the beating heart of many of our communities. It should not be a luxury that only a few can afford.
“But too often, fans feel they are taken for granted or are an afterthought. For many families, matchday is the big day out, especially on away days, but far too many families are having to break the bank just to get through the turnstiles.
“Between rising food, energy bills and rent, supporters are being squeezed from every direction. When away tickets cost as much as £30 or more, that can be the difference between seeing the game or staying at home. That is not right, and it is not what football is supposed to be.
“That’s why I’ve proposed a £25 cap on football away tickets across Scotland.
“Last month, I wrote to all 42 Scottish Professional Football League clubs, as well as the Scottish Football Association (SFA) to put fans first, and follow through on the commitment to a £25 ticket cap.
“The voices of Scotland’s loyal fans should be heard loud and clear by decision makers and amplified within the Scottish Parliament.
“That’s why today I have secured a Members debate in Holyrood, to ask the Scottish Government if it will back my proposals.”