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Thursday, 28 June 2007 |
A Commonwealth Games Bill, aimed at protecting the Games from “ambush marketing” and ticket touts and ensuring transport and land purchase measures are addressed, will be introduced if Glasgow’s bid for the 2014 Commonwealth Games is successful.
Should Glasgow’s bid be successful the Scottish government has given a
commitment that, under the terms set out by the Commonwealth Games
Federation, legislation addressing these issues will be put in place by
2010.
Under the proposed Bill, the unauthorized sale of Games tickets in
excess of face value would become an offence subject to a fine, as
would the unauthorized advertising or outdoor trading within the
vicinity of Games venues, which would be punishable by a fine of up to
£20,000.
In addition, the Organising Committee will consult with the relevant
local authorities and the Scottish government to develop a transport
plan for the Games.
Minister for Communities and Sport Stewart Maxwell said: "This Bill
will put in place measures to stop activity that could undermine the
success of the 2014 Games.
"Sponsors' confidence can be undermined by companies or individuals who
attempt to advertise or sell their products at events without
authorisation from the organisers.
"Staging such a prestigious event will give us the opportunity to
showcase not only one of the world's most vibrant cities, but also
highlight the vibrancy that defines modern day Scotland."
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