THE Scottish Government has blasted plans for Rangers fan title celebrations as "irresponsible".

Supporters have been warned that any large-scale gathering would be a potential threat to public health, which is recovering from the Covid-19 pandemic. 

Trophy day celebrations are expected to be taken to the streets of Glasgow this Saturday, with fan group Union Bears organising a march from Ibrox to George Square. 

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The Union Bears shared the plans on their social media accounts earlier this week after the club clinched their 55th cup victory - their first big win in a decade. 

The Scottish Government has said that while it is grateful that Rangers Football Club has agreed to urge supporters to stay at home, large gatherings pose a direct threat to coronavirus recovery. 

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A spokesman said: “Any large-scale gathering like this would be irresponsible and a potential threat to public health.

“At this crucial stage of suppressing the virus, groups of people gathering together for whatever purpose jeopardises public safety and we strongly urge Rangers fans wishing to celebrate to do so responsibly, and in line with the restrictions in place.

“The Justice Secretary recently met with representatives from Rangers Football Club, Glasgow City Council and Police Scotland to discuss the situation and we are grateful for their continued support as we work together to keep our communities safe.

“We are also grateful Rangers have agreed to have discussions with their supporters’ organisations to urge them to stay at home.”

The Scottish Government's calls come days after Glasgow's top cop warned Light Blues supporters not to attend the party. 

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Chief Superintendent Mark Sutherland, above, reminded fans of the ongoing Covid restrictions. 

He said: "Under the current restrictions no-one should be gathering in numbers of more than six at the stadium or any other location and Police Scotland supports the club in urging its fans to do the right thing and follow the coronavirus regulations around gatherings."