Al Jolson 3 Posted September 23, 2011 Share Posted September 23, 2011 From the ITV News App:Celtic studying feasibility of standing area at Celtic ParkFri, 23 Sep 2011 17:40:16 GMTCeltic have begun a study into the feasibility of bringing standing sections back to top-flight football.Scottish Premier League stadia have been all-seated since 1994 but STV has learned that the possibility of introducing a standing section to Celtic Park is being investigated.Letters have been issued to Celtic shareholders ahead of their AGM in mid-October and among proposed resolutions is a proposal by the Celtic Supporters Trust, though not the directors, to make alterations to the groundThe proposal details supporters thoughts on the issue and points out both social and financial benefits for supporters.A response from the board within the document confirms that steps are already being taken to consider the viability of such a move.It reads: “The Board welcomes the Trust’s interest in this issue and is pleased to confirm that a feasibility study is already underway, under the direction of the Chief Executive.”Although law currently prevents standing areas for top flight clubs in England and Wales, there is no such legislation in Scots law. However, Scottish Premier League rules currently prevent standing within grounds in their competition.STV understands that eight of the 12 member clubs would have to vote in favour of a change to the rules on the issue but should Celtic’s study return positive conclusions the matter may be put before the League. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
CottonRunt 978 Posted September 23, 2011 Share Posted September 23, 2011 Would be bad news for us if they did have a standing section.More money for them i would think. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
gazza27 15,318 Posted September 23, 2011 Share Posted September 23, 2011 never happen Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Watson94 9 Posted September 23, 2011 Share Posted September 23, 2011 Cant see it happening .. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RFC55 109,443 Posted September 23, 2011 Share Posted September 23, 2011 Tbh i want it to be agreed to BF1 is fantastic but a standing section like Dortmund would be outstanding. Their supporters trust try things like this, ours get loans for themselfs Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Escobar 13,676 Posted September 23, 2011 Share Posted September 23, 2011 I'm all for standing sections, but if the tarriers get one and we don't I'll be gutted. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Al Jolson 3 Posted September 23, 2011 Author Share Posted September 23, 2011 Don't know how I feel about them to be honest. We all know the reasons why they were taken out in the first place. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
GlenH79 42 Posted September 23, 2011 Share Posted September 23, 2011 Don't know how I feel about them to be honest. We all know the reasons why they were taken out in the first place. modern standing sections are quite safe, things have moved on quite a lot since then, I would love standing sections to come back.. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Creampuff 22,628 Posted September 23, 2011 Share Posted September 23, 2011 They'd be awesome, but they were taken away for a reason. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Escobar 13,676 Posted September 23, 2011 Share Posted September 23, 2011 People saying they were taken away for a reason and wouldn't work, should try watching the Bundesliga.Amazing atmospheres and safe standing sections, available bevvy aswell. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted September 23, 2011 Share Posted September 23, 2011 If septic got one i think the Broomy front would be made into a standing section as soon as possible Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
50ShadesofBlue 667 Posted September 23, 2011 Share Posted September 23, 2011 Broomloan and Copland Front standing sections would be immense! Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
stuart1994 4,323 Posted September 24, 2011 Share Posted September 24, 2011 Think if they got one that would put more preasure on us to get one and that would be great, also think if we did have one any where except from the broomlan just so It's avaliable for old firms. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
dezrfc1 26 Posted September 24, 2011 Share Posted September 24, 2011 Would be brilliant. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
andy500 463 Posted September 24, 2011 Share Posted September 24, 2011 People saying they were taken away for a reason and wouldn't work, should try watching the Bundesliga.Amazing atmospheres and safe standing sections, available bevvy aswell.Alcohol in Scottish grounds is something that will never happen again. People here can't drink without the view to getting totally pissed and acting like an arsehole. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ricksen_da_best 2,034 Posted September 24, 2011 Share Posted September 24, 2011 Even if their was a standing section, their would still be people getting tickets for the standing section and telling everyone to sit down. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ricksen_da_best 2,034 Posted September 24, 2011 Share Posted September 24, 2011 Alcohol in Scottish grounds is something that will never happen again. People here can't drink without the view to getting totally pissed and acting like an arsehole.imagine, standing sections, an old firm game, and alcohol being sold inside the ground. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
marmalade1872 40 Posted September 24, 2011 Share Posted September 24, 2011 Best thing that could ever happen keep all upper stands seated and lower standing would also increase capacity and slash the prices for standing Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RangersMedia 35,961 Posted September 24, 2011 Share Posted September 24, 2011 People saying they were taken away for a reason and wouldn't work, should try watching the Bundesliga.Amazing atmospheres and safe standing sections, available bevvy aswell.Totally different culture in Germany regarding drink etc. Safe standing would be brilliant but they'd really have to make sure the "no drunks allowed" rule is upheld stronger than it is right now @ Ibrox. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Al Jolson 3 Posted September 24, 2011 Author Share Posted September 24, 2011 imagine, standing sections, an old firm game, and alcohol being sold inside the ground. And they could maybe stop segregating the fans as well. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
theweebluenose 4,332 Posted September 24, 2011 Share Posted September 24, 2011 Fully support bringing back standing sections, as pointed out many times it works brilliantly in Germany and would get more to the games I believe. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChampionsAgain 1,373 Posted September 24, 2011 Share Posted September 24, 2011 Has 8 out of 12 teams not got to vote for it first? Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
King Jela 20,529 Posted September 24, 2011 Share Posted September 24, 2011 Even if their was a standing section, their would still be people getting tickets for the standing section and telling everyone to sit down.The point of the standing section would be to have no seats at all. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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