THE World Pipe Band Championships have been cancelled for the second year in a row.
It usually brings in around 200 bands to face off in Glasgow Green but organisers have deemed it impossible for the event in its normal form to go ahead.
Kevin Reilly, the chairman of the Royal Scottish Pipe Band Association, said the competition is a "showcase for the best bands in the world."
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He added: "It is evident getting bands ready to play the toughest competition in the world and get them to Glasgow is impossible this year."
The city has hosted the championships every year except 2020, when it was also cancelled because of the Covid-19 pandemic, since 1986.
It is delivered by the city's culture and leisure body Glasgow Life.
Bridget McConnell, the organisation's chief executive, said: "Having taken time to explore several delivery options together, it is clear to all involved that we can’t stage anything like the World Championships people know and love. We hope to be able to welcome bands and supporters back to Glasgow Green next summer.”
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