View ’67 opens to supporters…
Prior to kick-off tomorrow Celtic will officially open a fantastic brand new viewing platform at to be used by disabled supporters.
‘View ’67’, which is located within the Lisbon Lions stand, has been created to deliver a fantastic new viewing space for 16 wheelchair users and their companions.
The elevated platform allows fantastic sight-lines for disabled fans and is the second elevated platform to open at Celtic Park, following the opening of the Tommy Burns viewing platform at the north west corner of Paradise.
The new area is fully covered to ensure supporters are protected from the elements and it also provides access to catering facilities.
Lisbon Lion Jim Craig and current club captain, Callum McGregor will cut the ribbon on the new area at 2.30pm on Saturday.
As a Club open to all, Celtic is fully committed to ensuring a positive matchday experience for all supporters and Celtic works on its own and closely with many charities in the areas of disability. Celtic is also delighted for a number of years to have achieved the Positive About Disability accreditation, a Government-backed initiative aimed at promoting the employment of disabled people.
The club continues to work closely with the Celtic Disabled Supporters’ Association to address the needs of fans with disabilities, and were delighted to recently launch the Invisible Disability lanyard which has proved extremely popular with supporters.
Just last month Celtic’s new sensory pack, which is designed to support fans who face a range of challenges, particularly those with autism, when attending Celtic Park. These are designed to make supporters’ match day experience more comfortable, memorable and enjoyable.
Alexis Dobbin, Celtic’s Disability Access Officer, said: “We are really pleased to be able to open this new facility, one which we feel will once again make a very positive enhancement to our matchday experience for our disabled supporters.
“We are always looking at ways in which we can improve and develop in this area and we will continue to work closely with our fans to ensure we can address their needs.”
And Kevin Mackin, Chairman of the Celtic Disabled Supporters’ Association, added: “On behalf of the Celtic Disabled Supporters Assoctiaion, I am delighted to see the opening of the new wheelchair platform in the Lisbon Lions Stand, which has space for 16 wheelchair users and companions.
“The CDSA has worked closely with Celtic Football Club to make this initiative happen, and we have been advised every step of the way.
“Celtic were receptive to our suggestions to get the platform right, and our members can now enjoy a fantastic matchday experience.
“The opening of the platform demonstrates the commitment Celtic has to its disabled supporters and the Club has to be congratulated.”
Great to see Aaron Mooy get behind our Bucket Collection, which will take place ahead of kick-off tomorrow ⚽️
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