THE Commonwealth Games could return to Glasgow in 2026 if no other host is found.
THE Commonwealth Games could potentially return to Glasgow in 2026 if no other host is found.Commonwealth Games Scotland says their proposal would involve"no significant ask of public funds" and would"utilise existing venues and accommodation options" where the Games were held in 2014, such as the Emirates Arena.They added that additional funding for the estimated £130-150 million budget would come from commercial income, such as ticketing, sponsorship and broadcasting.
Both Singapore and Malaysia have ruled out a bid to host the event and a final decision from the CGF is expected by the end of May.We know there are thousands of National readers who want to debate, argue and go back and forth in the comments section of our stories. We’ve got the most informed readers in Scotland, asking each other the big questions about the future of our country.
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