§ Mr. Rankinasked the Secretary of State for Scotland what steps he has taken to ensure that every precaution has been taken to ensure the safety of the spectators during the international football match between Scotland and England at Hampden Park, Glasgow, on 13th April.
§ Mr. Westwood:Admission to this match will only be permitted by numbered tickets, purchased prior to 13th April. The number of tickets has been limited and none will be sold at the ground. The kick-off takes place at 3 p.m., but the gates will be opened at 12.30 p.m. and 118 turnstiles fully manned will be in operation at that hour. I am assured that all necessary steps will be taken to prevent access to the ground otherwise than by the normal entrances, and to ensure that the crowd is evenly spread out. Police vehicles, equipped with loud speakers, will be posted at suitable intersections along the traffic routes, and inside the ground a broadcasting system operated by the police will control the spacing of spectators. The regular police detailed for duty on this occasion will include the mounted branch, foot patrols and mobile patrols, and will be augmented by a large number of special constabulary. Ambulance squads will also be in attendance.