Glasgow Should Be ‘Really Proud’ of Celtic and Rangers’ Contribution to City, Says Council Leader

Council leader Ricky Bell seeks Celtic and Rangers partnership that goes beyond policing

Glasgow City Council leader Ricky Bell wants the council's relationship with Celtic and Rangers to focus on opportunities, not just problems. The change in tone follows arrests at Celtic's title celebrations and could shape how the club and its fans are treated in the city.

Glasgow Council Leader Calls For Change In Celtic Relationship

Glasgow City Council leader Ricky Bell wants a different relationship with Celtic, arguing the city should make more of what its football clubs contribute. Bell believes dealings with Celtic and Rangers have concentrated too heavily on problems, rather than the opportunities their worldwide followings bring to Glasgow. Speaking at Friday’s State of the City Economy […] <p>The post Glasgow Council Leader Calls for Change in Celtic Relationship fi…

Glasgow should be ‘really proud’ of Celtic and Rangers’ contribution to city, says council leader

7:48 PM Nov 14, 2026: Council leader Ricky Bell said the clubs attract thousands of visitors to the city, supporting jobs and boosting the economy...

Glasgow should be 'really proud' of Celtic and Rangers, says council leader

Council leader Ricky Bell said the clubs attract thousands of visitors to the city, supporting jobs and boosting the economy