BridgeIsBlue 66,606 Posted January 26, 2016 Share Posted January 26, 2016 The Union Bears would like to express our deep concern at the actions and behaviour of Police Scotland during last night's game at Cappielow. In light of recent events, it had been clear from the outset that the police came with the intention of targeting the Rangers support, and filming could be clearly seen from the main stand and opposing Cowshed. This was highlighted by the arrest of two Rangers fans who, despite no sectarian singing, were arrested and charged for allegedly joining in with 'stick your fucking camera up your arse' in protest against plans for facial recognition software. Despite this being an obviously ludicrous and alarming charge, it is alleged that the two fans "swore in front of children during this song", and this is deemed offensive at a football match - despite no complaints being made by any children or any parents to the police. To add to this shambles, whilst processing two Rangers fans, the police officers were unaware of the name of the 'Offensive Behaviour at Football Act and Threatening Communications Act 2012' or the year it was introduced, and proceeded to ask the accused in question. This charge is a particularly low point in Scottish Football and the actions of Police Scotland towards football fans. Further, this highlights the wider attack on the rights of football fans in Scotland and the danger posed by the Offensive Behaviour at Football Act and the plans for facial recognition software. It is no longer an argument over sectarianism; the attendance of football fans aiming to actively support their team has been deemed unacceptable. This is undeniable proof that police officers are being sent to football grounds across the country with the sole intention of making arrests on fans who dare to support their club. The Union Bears would like to urge Rangers Football club and fellow Rangers fans for their backing over the clear escalation of this matter. More protestant paranoia. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ForeverAndEver 71,450 Posted January 26, 2016 Share Posted January 26, 2016 it is alleged that the two fans "swore in front of children during this song", and this is deemed offensive at a football match - despite no complaints being made by any children or any parents to the police. , how the fuck is that an arrestable offence? May as well jail anybody that swear's in the street. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
STEPPS BOY 73,887 Posted January 26, 2016 Share Posted January 26, 2016 The guy who got arrested that i know said to the copper "i pay for your hat" Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
BridgeIsBlue 66,606 Posted January 26, 2016 Author Share Posted January 26, 2016 3 minutes ago, STEPPS BOY said: The guy who got arrested that i know said to the copper "i pay for your hat" Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
B1872 20,699 Posted January 26, 2016 Share Posted January 26, 2016 Country is fucked! Why go to the football when you can end up in jail or lose your job for swearing? Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
theiconicman 2,991 Posted January 26, 2016 Share Posted January 26, 2016 Appalling. Criminalisation of football fans continue. Middle class snobery gone wrong. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Prso's headband 35,426 Posted January 26, 2016 Share Posted January 26, 2016 People really need to wake up and fight this head on in every department. The SNP are pushing this and everything else to align with their Statsi state. I shudder to think how this would look in an independent Scotland. Realistically the only paper would be "the National" with the republican bile it produces anyway it wouldn't look out of sort going with these stories. Can't shout, can't swear and the police can't even tell you why. About high time our culture and people within every sector start fighting this otherwise we really will become insignificant in this country. That is what they want and its starting at the football already. Pure paranoid but. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlBear. 8,499 Posted January 26, 2016 Share Posted January 26, 2016 13 minutes ago, STEPPS BOY said: The guy who got arrested that i know said to the copper "i pay for your hat" Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sket 13,610 Posted January 26, 2016 Share Posted January 26, 2016 Laughable. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moody Blue Legend 61,443 Posted January 26, 2016 Share Posted January 26, 2016 What a mess our game is in, absolute shambles. Dangerous road they are taking with this garbage. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
siddiqi_drinker 14,635 Posted January 26, 2016 Share Posted January 26, 2016 22 minutes ago, ForeverAndEver said: it is alleged that the two fans "swore in front of children during this song", and this is deemed offensive at a football match - despite no complaints being made by any children or any parents to the police. , how the fuck is that an arrestable offence? May as well jail anybody that swear's in the street. If that is now the criteria, when will people start being arrested for swearing on TV? Welcome to facist Scotland. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
j1mgg 3,766 Posted January 26, 2016 Share Posted January 26, 2016 You need to as a group start taking legal advice, and also having your guys filming these actions, be it on a phone, or wearing a go pro. Probably best to be professional and cut out the back chat to them as well, as we all know they are dicks and will arrest you for one thing, and change it at a later date. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cameltoe 52 Posted January 26, 2016 Share Posted January 26, 2016 Jail for singing ? Don't know if anyone knows about this but our SNP goverment were debating today about whether or not to legalize incest. FUCKIN INCEST !! and they command the polis to arrest ye for a chant. This is all got out of control. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheBluebells 6,898 Posted January 26, 2016 Share Posted January 26, 2016 Pretty scary seeing people being arrested for this. Can the police jail me for swearing in conversation if there happens to be someone nearby who may be offended? How is this kind of thing not met with widespread outrage? This is some police state level stuff happening right now in 'modern' Scotland its a complete joke. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Hilts 12,819 Posted January 26, 2016 Share Posted January 26, 2016 "To add to this shambles, whilst processing two Rangers fans, the police officers were unaware of the name of the 'Offensive Behaviour at Football Act and Threatening Communications Act 2012' or the year it was introduced, and proceeded to ask the accused in question." I had to go back and read this a few times, that's is absolutely ludicrous! The crowds in this country are only going to continue to reduce if supporters are treated like criminals the minute they set foot in a stadium. The treatment the plod dish out to our fans wouldn't look out of place in Nazi Germany. I'd love the see the club back us up but we all know that won't happen. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
siddiqi_drinker 14,635 Posted January 26, 2016 Share Posted January 26, 2016 7 minutes ago, Cameltoe said: Jail for singing ? Don't know if anyone knows about this but our SNP goverment were debating today about whether or not to legalize incest. FUCKIN INCEST !! and they command the polis to arrest ye for a chant. This is all got out of control. Incest, the game the whole family can play. The only way sturgeon will get her hole is of she gets a relative to do the durty deed. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
WadeWilson 4,670 Posted January 26, 2016 Share Posted January 26, 2016 If swearing at the football is a jailing offence then I am a lifer. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ritchieshearercaldow 22,137 Posted January 26, 2016 Share Posted January 26, 2016 It does seem that the SNP want to impose a police state, the only way to stop it to get rid of the SNP government. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
WadeWilson 4,670 Posted January 26, 2016 Share Posted January 26, 2016 12 minutes ago, Cameltoe said: Jail for singing ? Don't know if anyone knows about this but our SNP goverment were debating today about whether or not to legalize incest. FUCKIN INCEST !! and they command the polis to arrest ye for a chant. This is all got out of control. Don't let the truth get in the way of dribbling shite. Let me enlighten you. 'Holyrood, the Scottish parliament, has rejected a petition to legalize incest submitted by a man in Australia because there is no public desire or interest in doing so. Due to a legal loophole derived from Scottish devolution, which means all petitions relating to a change in the law must be considered, Ministers of Scottish Parliament (MSPs) were forced to assess the request. This is despite the head of the public petitions committee, Michael McMahon MSP, branding the content abhorrent.' Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
KingKirk 25,631 Posted January 26, 2016 Share Posted January 26, 2016 countries fucked Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ForeverAndEver 71,450 Posted January 26, 2016 Share Posted January 26, 2016 The club NEED to back the fans imo, fans arrested for fuck all at the game. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
KingKirk 25,631 Posted January 26, 2016 Share Posted January 26, 2016 taking crack now seems a decent idea Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
cushynumber 25,178 Posted January 26, 2016 Share Posted January 26, 2016 frankly that sounds as if, if it goes to court, the judge will laught it out the room. Swearing at a football match. Honestly, we would all be arrested. Maybe thats the plan. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
GMac 1,405 Posted January 26, 2016 Share Posted January 26, 2016 17 minutes ago, ritchieshearercaldow said: It does seem that the SNP want to impose a police state, the only way to stop it to get rid of the SNP government. This is what they were discussing in parliament today. You'll have to read it twice because you won't believe it the first time. http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-scotland-politics-35401195 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bad Robot 21,147 Posted January 26, 2016 Share Posted January 26, 2016 How many times will out fans seemingly get arrested for nothing yet no one has the savvy to film it. The copper not knowing the act would have shown them up for what they are. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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