You've hit the nail on the head.

The Polis are scared to lose their cash cow.

Hooliganism is not on the rise.They're blowing it out of all proportion.

PatReilly wrote:

Don't pay too much attention to the media- has it been reported that hooliganism is on the rise?

Yeah there was a bit on Reporting Scotland earlier.

Some guy from Police Scotland being interviewed and statements from the SPFL etc etc.

Lotta shite.

Naughtiness in the form of standing and smoke bombs is on the rise versus the sit down shut up and be controlled efforts fae the polis.
On the radio they claimed 28 out of 42 clubs have organised hooligan gangs/casuals.

If casuals are on the way back in force I'd be surprised if any regular home and away fans think the same.

And by the way there is a difference between smoke bombs and flares that most complaining about neglect to differentiate between.
My 11 year old wee lassie and her pals were happily sold smoke bombs at paintballing but would never be allowed to touch or buy flares.
Media love to jump on death by Stone Island badge,smoke bomb and fervent supporter styles. Fuck off and worry about something worth worrying about for fuck sake.

Glad it's not just me that thinks this is just the police at it.

I grew up going in the 80s and looking back it was horrendous, but I just thought it was normal.  I know a few boys who were heavily involved and tbh still are, but it's not the same.  28 out of 42 clubs have organised groups with another 7 who have individuals who are on a list somewhere, what a lot of shite. 

Pisses me off that being a football supporter makes u fair game for discrimination from the authorities.  Can we claim to be a minority group and claim victimisation?

Mad thing is the report was all about organised groups meeting up 2/3 hours before games for a scrap miles from the ground, what has that got to do with football, it's not at or near the game.

IMO I don't think it is on the rise, I think they are trying to shift attention from the fact that they do fuck all in regards to 'Sectarianism' in Scottish football, so it looks like they are trying to justify themselves by going after easier targets.

It's near the end of the financial year and budgets have to be set for the new year. Police Scotland pump this out every year to justify their budget for this.

Just a thought - I was at Millwall v Scunthorpe on Tuesday night and at half time, there was a range of over-priced beers and ciders for sale - all 303ml bottles, transferred into plastic cups....(£4.30)

Surely if they can have a civil drink at Millwall at half time, then the likes of united/ICT/Hamilton could!
On a separate note, had the best pie I've ever had at football - £3.10 for a deep filled steak and ale pie - lots of big chunks of meat, a good amount of gravy and pastry that is nicely cooked!