Celtic fan groups reject club meeting over Rangers match policing investigation

Several major Celtic supporters groups, including the Green Brigade and the Celtic Fans Collective, have collectively declined an invitation from Celtic FC to discuss the findings of an independent investigation into police conduct during the March Glasgow Derby against Rangers. During the match, Police Scotland used special powers to stop fans suspected of criminal activity, resulting in 90 supporters being denied entry, which sparked numerous complaints from the fanbase. The club commissioned the UK-wide safety consultancy Fairhurst to investigate these concerns and was prepared to present the findings to the supporters. However, the fans' groups have refused to engage with the club until Celtic FC addresses broader issues raised in an open letter earlier this year, demanding more transparency and changes in club leadership. The supporters have expressed no confidence in meeting under the current management and insist on a clear commitment from the club to answer all outstanding questions and engage positively with the wider fan community. This refusal to meet highlights ongoing tensions between Celtic's board and its supporters, fueled by dissatisfaction with governance, recruitment, and communication.