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If authorities tell people not to travel, should football be asking fans to?

With an Amber weather warning in place and authorities warning people not to travel unless absolutely necessary, why were fans asked to drive across the country?

Published: Wednesday, 28 October 2026 at 6:00 AM
If authorities tell people not to travel, should football be asking fans to?
Key Things to Know
  • Graeme McGarry argues matches should be postponed when amber weather warnings advise against travel.
  • Around 4,000 Hearts fans travelled to Motherwell despite an amber weather warning and 80mph winds.
  • Police Scotland had advised the public to consider whether travel was necessary amid Storm Boelo.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Graeme McGarry argues that football matches should be postponed when severe weather warnings advise against travel, questioning why supporters are expected to travel in dangerous conditions. McGarry points out that thousands of supporters travelled across Scotland under an Amber weather warning with 80mph winds during Storm Boelo, despite Police Scotland warning the public to reconsider unnecessary journeys.

While acknowledging financial costs and fixture congestion caused by postponements, the writer contends that SPFL safety guidelines are too vague. McGarry maintains that player, staff, and supporter safety must take priority to avoid fatal incidents.

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