Motion · S4M-01170.1 · 2 Nov 2011

Report on the Offensive Behaviour at Football and Threatening Communications (Scotland) Bill at Stage 2

Lodged by James Kelly Amendment 4 supporters

The motion

As an amendment to motion S4M-01170 in the name of Christine Grahame (Report on the Offensive Behaviour at Football and Threatening Communications (Scotland) Bill at Stage 2), insert at end "; further notes the number of verbal and written submissions that raised concerns about the bill; believes that the Scottish Government has failed to make the case for the requirement for new offences contained in the bill, that it lacks clarity, would lead to confusion, be difficult to enforce if implemented and cannot be supported, and believes that a more proportionate response to dealing with the problems in relation to Scottish football would be to give greater consideration to the use of existing laws, to work with football authorities and promote positive interventions in communities and the education system."

Supporters (4)

Source: the Scottish Parliament motions and amendments record.