did you feel safe at the game?

[familyman]

I am a senior season ticket holder with some health issues..so I felt i needed to stay away just now which I hate to do especially as the last gamne I saw was when Hearts beat us 3-1 >i bought my first season ticket in 1971.
It has always annoyed me there is no hot water in downstairs loos and guess there still wont be ...mainly wanted to ask folks did it feel ok say at half time going downstairs to loos etc and also at end of game re exits or did the crowd all coss each other outside North Stand at end of game....
I am keen to go back but need to feel the time is right..I am not complaining just trying to figure things out.
Thanks for taking the time to read this..
Cheers
Well done winning without some familiar faces !!!

[hibby rae]

I am a senior season ticket holder with some health issues..so I felt i needed to stay away just now which I hate to do especially as the last gamne I saw was when Hearts beat us 3-1 >i bought my first season ticket in 1971.
It has always annoyed me there is no hot water in downstairs loos and guess there still wont be ...mainly wanted to ask folks did it feel ok say at half time going downstairs to loos etc and also at end of game re exits or did the crowd all coss each other outside North Stand at end of game....
I am keen to go back but need to feel the time is right..I am not complaining just trying to figure things out.
Thanks for taking the time to read this..
Cheers
Well done winning without some familiar faces !!!

Most folk seemed to be wearing masks inside the stand in the East. But I would maybe suggest emailing the club, they may offer an alternative point of entry etc.

[Renfrew_Hibby]

I am a senior season ticket holder with some health issues..so I felt i needed to stay away just now which I hate to do especially as the last gamne I saw was when Hearts beat us 3-1 >i bought my first season ticket in 1971.
It has always annoyed me there is no hot water in downstairs loos and guess there still wont be ...mainly wanted to ask folks did it feel ok say at half time going downstairs to loos etc and also at end of game re exits or did the crowd all coss each other outside North Stand at end of game....
I am keen to go back but need to feel the time is right..I am not complaining just trying to figure things out.
Thanks for taking the time to read this..
Cheers
Well done winning without some familiar faces !!!

My last game was also that 1-3 against them so I was desperate to see the team and get the win.
Beforehand I wasn't bothered but I must admit I was concerned when I saw that most in the concourse under the east weren't bothering with masks. I was sat next to a guy who coughed at regular intervals throughout the game, I just had to go out round the back of the East at half time to get away from him and breath normally!
The most worrying aspect though for us at the back of the East is the long wait where we're all crammed in the aisles waiting for it to start moving.
At that point I admit I did feel quite uncomfortable.
There's not much the club can do if 90% don't want to bother with face masks when we're all stood tightly packed together on the stairs but I think I might try a different location for my next visit to Easter Road.

[Key West]

Hardly anybody wearing masks during the game, I just gave up, you might get a transfer to the Famous Five Stand where there seemed to be more space.

[Borderhibbie76]

Mot many wearing masks in East, personally I did when I was on the move but now that I'm double vaccined it's time to stop cowering from this virus and get back to living our lives I feel, I can understand why some might be nervy but Covid is not going anywhere and just feel we need to now learn to live with it like we do thr flu every winter. And I speak as someone who is immuno suppressed and lost my job thanks to Covid last year - its done enough damage to our lives for me. But I do wish more would wear masks when on the move in the stadium, don't think that's asking too much tbh

[DaveF]

Very few wearing masks during the match but pretty much full compliance when moving around, was my experience of West upper. I felt fine with that.

Add in a few pints outside in the sun and it really did feel like old times.

[Pretty Boy]

I would say most people seemed to be complying with mask wearing in the FF concourses. Not everyone but certainly the entry and exit route I came and went through was dominated by wearers. Not many wearing in the stand, including myself, but I think the latest guidance no longer had that as a requirement so that's understandable.

On the whole I felt fine yesterday. Every trip into a crowd still feels a bit disconcerting to me at first because it's basically been 16 months of avoiding them but it passes pretty quickly.

[RyeSloan]

I am a senior season ticket holder with some health issues..so I felt i needed to stay away just now which I hate to do especially as the last gamne I saw was when Hearts beat us 3-1 >i bought my first season ticket in 1971.
It has always annoyed me there is no hot water in downstairs loos and guess there still wont be ...mainly wanted to ask folks did it feel ok say at half time going downstairs to loos etc and also at end of game re exits or did the crowd all coss each other outside North Stand at end of game....
I am keen to go back but need to feel the time is right..I am not complaining just trying to figure things out.
Thanks for taking the time to read this..
Cheers
Well done winning without some familiar faces !!!

If you are nervous about this then you won’t feel safe.

Sitting in the stadium you are obviously very close to complete strangers. After so long of 2m this and 2m that it’s a bit odd to be sitting so close to others.

There was quite a few wearing masks when moving about but plenty were not.

Outside the ground there was zero difference than normal times so plenty of crossing and mixing.

As for hot water…it’s not gonna happen and really doesn’t need to. Cold water cleans your hands from germs as effectively as hot. It’s the soap and rubbing that does the trick not the water temp.

[CMurdoch]

I am a senior season ticket holder with some health issues..so I felt i needed to stay away just now which I hate to do especially as the last gamne I saw was when Hearts beat us 3-1 >i bought my first season ticket in 1971.
It has always annoyed me there is no hot water in downstairs loos and guess there still wont be ...mainly wanted to ask folks did it feel ok say at half time going downstairs to loos etc and also at end of game re exits or did the crowd all coss each other outside North Stand at end of game....
I am keen to go back but need to feel the time is right..I am not complaining just trying to figure things out.
Thanks for taking the time to read this..
Cheers
Well done winning without some familiar faces !!!

Most folk wore masks when entering and leaving the stadium to and from their seats and when they went for a half time walk, food, pee etc. Once in their seats 95% including myself didn't wear masks.
On the downside are the usual tubes who never consider other people and think they know better than medical practitioners. Too hard for masks.

The vibe is definitely post covid.

To avoid the crowds and the idiots my advice to you to mitigate risk would be to arrive early, go to the loo when you get in before heading for your seat.
Stay away from the concourse at half time. Either leave early or wait until the end of the game and allow the crowds to leave before leaving yourself.

I don't know how vulnerable your condition leaves you so you need to make your own decision.
FWIW I am in my 60's, fully vaccinated with no significant health issues and as such I feel safe at the football.
The way I see it is that ventilation is the most important covid risk factor. Accordingly I have been avoiding boozers but feel safe in football grounds.

Best wishes to you.

[Stick]

Hi, a bit like you as I have some health problems so I am being extra cautious just now. However I did attend the game yesterday and can suggest the following, which worked for me and I felt quite safe.
Buy a ffp3 mask which gives extra protection, although not completely. Arrive early before it starts to get busy, I was practically the only person in the common areas when I passed thru. Go to the toilet when you arrive and hope it sees you through. The water isn’t very cold at the moment, so wash your hands then use some anti bacterial gel. If you are in a busy part of the stand move to a less crowded area, even if it’s at the ends, there are always vacant seats. Keep your mask on when it starts to get busy around you. Stay seated at the end until the crowds have disappeared, it doesn’t really take very long.
This is where I bought my mask.
https://thefacemaskstore.co.uk/online-store/ffp3-face-masks/

Hope this helps.

[JXM73]

Maybe open the south stand upper as a safe socially distanced area...

[The Harp]

I am a senior season ticket holder with some health issues..so I felt i needed to stay away just now which I hate to do especially as the last gamne I saw was when Hearts beat us 3-1 >i bought my first season ticket in 1971.
It has always annoyed me there is no hot water in downstairs loos and guess there still wont be ...mainly wanted to ask folks did it feel ok say at half time going downstairs to loos etc and also at end of game re exits or did the crowd all coss each other outside North Stand at end of game....
I am keen to go back but need to feel the time is right..I am not complaining just trying to figure things out.
Thanks for taking the time to read this..
Cheers
Well done winning without some familiar faces !!!

I'm a senior season ticket holder too (1971). I was a bit apprehensive before y'day's game as I've a health issue just now.
I made sure I arrived at the FF stand by 2.30, so it was relatively quiet. My seat is in the back row, and as I hadn't been feeling too good, I decided to stay in my seat at h/t. I had a mask on getting to, and on leaving my seat, but not during the game. Very few folk I saw were wearing a mask. When the game ended, I waited a few minutes so the stairs would be a bit quieter.
I must say I'm glad I went yesterday and wasn't too concerned about things.

[Willis1875]

Was about 30% compliance with mask wearing in the east stand concourse.Special mention to the helmet in the corner of the east stand famous 5 side about 4 rows up who spent the 90minutes gobbing every 30seconds whilst standing directly in front of vulnerable disabled Hibs supporters

[telford hibbee]

If you are nervous about this then you won’t feel safe.

Sitting in the stadium you are obviously very close to complete strangers. After so long of 2m this and 2m that it’s a bit odd to be sitting so close to others.

There was quite a few wearing masks when moving about but plenty were not.

Outside the ground there was zero difference than normal times so plenty of crossing and mixing.

As for hot water…it’s not gonna happen and really doesn’t need to. Cold water cleans your hands from germs as effectively as hot. It’s the soap and rubbing that does the trick not the water temp.
Used the toilet in the east after the game no soap or towels left but found sanitizer in the concourse.
Generally felt reasonably safe not sure how safe when we beat hertz at home whenever that is.

[CMurdoch]

Was about 30% compliance with mask wearing in the east stand concourse.Special mention to the helmet in the corner of the east stand famous 5 side about 4 rows up who spent the 90minutes gobbing every 30seconds whilst standing directly in front of vulnerable disabled Hibs supporters

You should have taken a photo of said ahold, posted it on here and we could have ridiculed him into better behaviour.

As it stands he will be doing the same thing at our next game.

[Seveno]

I am a Senior ST in the West Upper. I arrived about 2.40 with time for a loo visit and to purchase one of the tasty pies. Everyone seemed to be wearing a face covering from turnstile to seat but few wore a mask whilst d
seated. Everyone seemed to wear a face covering on the way out. Walked against the East flow outside but the risk is very low in the open air with only fleeting exposure to anyone that might be carrying the virus.

I felt pretty safe and it boosted my mental health. I agree with the risk mitigation advice mentioned above but, unless I see stats to the contrary, it was a relatively low risk experience.

[BILLYHIBS]

I reckon quite a few stayed away yesterday because of underlying health conditions and protecting vulnerable family members no doubt put off by the daily rising positive Covid test figures in Scotland

7113 positive cases have been recorded in Scotland in the last 24 hours


BBC News

[nlandsafchibee]

My wife and I were in West Lower Block B Row P .I deliberately bought the middle 2 tickets out of a block of 4 ,so there was likely less chance of the single seats being sold either side.There must have been a fair few season tkt holders who didnt attend as to our surprise there were about 50% of the seats around us vacant that were not available for sale when I booked .
Tips would be to aŕive early .
Not drink too much fluid before arriving
Getting to kiosks again early no real queue and workers wore masks and general area around the kiosks were few people . I was pleasantly surprised that vast majority wore masks from getting through turnstiles and to their seats at start and interval and even at end when going to exits via internal areas .Exiting was calm and although crossing happened and distances small outside the stadium ,you were in airy surroundings .My wife was a bit nervous initially but the measures mentioned, meant shes now looking forward to next visit .
If you feel there might be too many people around you then there are many areas of ground that you might be able to relocate too.
I also picked seats in middle of row to minimise people having to get passed us .

[ben johnson]

Worked right through all lockdowns.
Thought I was a bit too strong and able to catch it and I’m double jabbed.
Missed the Livi game as I tested positive and can barely walk from my bed to the toilet
Would not wish it on anyone.

[PatHead]

I was in the famous 5 upper and did have reservations about going as I too have health problems.

On the whole people wore masks in the concourse however they did, myself included, take them off when they sat down. I avoided going to the loo at busy times and got on okay.

It will however spread at the football due to it being rampant just now.

[Nakedmanoncrack]

Long queues for food (or more pertinently, drink on a blazing hot day) meant the concourses in FF Lower were fuller than would have been otherwise, not sure why service was so slow, card only, which should speed things up seemed to have opposite effect. I missed 15-20 mins of first half in the queue getting my son some water.

[jeffers]

Worked right through all lockdowns.
Thought I was a bit too strong and able to catch it and I’m double jabbed.
Missed the Livi game as I tested positive and can barely walk from my bed to the toilet
Would not wish it on anyone.

I hope you feel better ASAP.

[NAE NOOKIE]

Perfectly understandable that some folk were reluctant to return yesterday, especially those with underlying health issues and it's something folk bitching about the attendance really need to take into consideration. By and large folk seemed to comply with mask wearing under the stands, but lets face it aside from those who genuinely are exempt you are always going to get a few who don't seem to give a stuff about their fellow man and woman.

Like many on here my last game at ER prior to Saturday was that 1 -3 pumping in the derby and the thought that I might get hit by the proverbial bus and that might be my last Hibs game in person was enough to ensure I was there yesterday :greengrin

Its a fact that lateral flow test kits are freely available and if folk want to show respect and care for their fellow fans it wouldn't be a bad idea to take one before setting off to the match and to take another the day after the game .... that's certainly what I did.

[jacomo]

I am a senior season ticket holder with some health issues..so I felt i needed to stay away just now which I hate to do especially as the last gamne I saw was when Hearts beat us 3-1 >i bought my first season ticket in 1971.
It has always annoyed me there is no hot water in downstairs loos and guess there still wont be ...mainly wanted to ask folks did it feel ok say at half time going downstairs to loos etc and also at end of game re exits or did the crowd all coss each other outside North Stand at end of game....
I am keen to go back but need to feel the time is right..I am not complaining just trying to figure things out.
Thanks for taking the time to read this..
Cheers
Well done winning without some familiar faces !!!


Only you can decide how you feel about the situation, and when the time is right for you to go back. Everyone will have a different opinion on this.

We are getting back to normality but it will still take some time… patience and understanding from all is what’s required.

[Cod Boy]

Long queues for food (or more pertinently, drink on a blazing hot day) meant the concourses in FF Lower were fuller than would have been otherwise, not sure why service was so slow, card only, which should speed things up seemed to have opposite effect. I missed 15-20 mins of first half in the queue getting my son some water.

Did you get charged for your water
My laddie got charges £1 for his in the east stand

[mim]

As a 75-year-old with lung disease (COPD), I took a conscious decision a couple of months ago to enjoy whatever freedoms are on offer. That could, of course, be a fatal mistake, but I have no intention of spending any more time cooped up indoors. I've so far been to all 6 of our home games and feel more and more confident each time. I also go horse racing, but that's mainly outdoors, so no big deal - bring on Hexham on Tuesday. :greengrin

We must each make our own decisions about what is right for ourselves and our loved ones.

Take care everyone.

[B.H.F.C]

I didn’t feel unsafe but I do recognise there is every chance of catching it going to the football and sitting in pubs before and after. As someone double vaccinated, relatively young and fit, I’m quite happy to get on with things but I get why others might not feel the same.

One thing, I totally forgot to put my mask on walking in to the ground. It wasn’t intentional but I’d been in the pub and walking up to the game everything just felt so normal that I genuinely totally forgot all about it.

[DaveF]

As a 75-year-old with lung disease (COPD), I took a conscious decision a couple of months ago to enjoy whatever freedoms are on offer. That could, of course, be a fatal mistake, but I have no intention of spending any more time cooped up indoors. I've so far been to all 6 of our home games and feel more and more confident each time. I also go horse racing, but that's mainly outdoors, so no big deal - bring on Hexham on Tuesday. :greengrin

We must each make our own decisions about what is right for ourselves and our loved ones.

Take care everyone.

I thought I spotted you coming out of the Strathmore post match but it was a fleeting glance so wasn't sure. I hope the horses are treating you well 👍

[mim]

I thought I spotted you coming out of the Strathmore post match but it was a fleeting glance so wasn't sure. I hope the horses are treating you well 👍

Strathmore it was :agree:
Horses behaving quite well, I had one bet today - a 10/1 winner at Goodwood - a horse with a great record at the track, but usually falls out of the stalls. NOT TODAY :greengrin

[Sir David Gray]

I thought it was as safe as an event with several thousand attendees can possibly be.

[He's here!]

Judging by the latest record numbers of infections in Scotland today (over 7k) I fear it may be a case of enjoying the ability to go to a game while it lasts. Wouldn't be too surprised if we see some retrictions reintroduced before long.

50k at Ibrox today. Be interesting to see if there's a noteable spike which can be attributed to that. I certainly fail to understand how it can be deemed 'safe'. I hope we've not eased restrictions too quickly.

[DaveF]

Strathmore it was :agree:
Horses behaving quite well, I had one bet today - a 10/1 winner at Goodwood - a horse with a great record at the track, but usually falls out of the stalls. NOT TODAY :greengrin

Good man Mike. Keep caning those bookies 🙂

[greenlad]

I've been at all 6 home games and both Motherwell and Dundee away games and felt perfectly safe. Quite happy to wear my mask from before I enter the stadium until after I've left. Ultimately up to each individual but feel this would be the best way to at least prolong full attendance if further lockdowns appear on the horizon.

Surprised however after attending the West Stand once and the East Stand 3 times, along with Fir Park and Dens Park that for the first time this season there was no hand sanitizer on offer in the FF Upper. Compared to the song and dance that was made about making ER Covid compliant last year. It's like the FF has been forgotten.

[hibby6270]

I've been at all 6 home games and both Motherwell and Dundee away games and felt perfectly safe. Quite happy to wear my mask from before I enter the stadium until after I've left. Ultimately up to each individual but feel this would be the best way to at least prolong full attendance if further lockdowns appear on the horizon.

Surprised however after attending the West Stand once and the East Stand 3 times, along with Fir Park and Dens Park that for the first time this season there was no hand sanitizer on offer in the FF Upper. Compared to the song and dance that was made about making ER Covid compliant last year. It's like the FF has been forgotten.

That’s strange. Must be an oversight. Can only speak for West Upper, where I’ve been for all my games so far this season but there were hand sanitizer dispensers at entry turnstiles AND again at entry stairs leading to the seats.

On the general question - did I feel safe? For the first one against St Coloma was a bit apprehensive after a 505 day hiatus from crowds. No need to worry though. Majority back then still complying with mask wearing.
As weeks have gone on, feel a lot easier, although I’ve noticed less mask wearing whilst seated. I’ll admit I’m being ultra cautious and continue to wear mine. That said, in enclosed areas, everyone pretty much compliant in wearing a mask. 9 out of 10 to everyone!!

[IberianHibernian]

What exactly is legal situation regarding masks in stadiums in Scotland ? Watching our games on Hibs TV of course I`ve noticed that no fans or almost no fans wear masks in stands at ER but reading comments here a majority do in concourses . And quite a lot of fans would be happy to wear masks during matches if required but don`t do so now because of embarrassment , desire to enjoy non Covid freedom etc etc . Just watched a Spanish match where 100% of fans were wearing masks - doesn`t surprise me in the least since even after laws about use of masks in public places were relaxed the vast majority of people here ( Spain ) continue to wear masks in the street so anyone in a stadium without a mask would feel embarrassed and lacking in soiidarity .
I presume this is the same in other grounds in Scotland in all divisions and also for other sports ( rugby also outdoors , not sure if there are fans allowed at ice hockey , basketball etc ).
Have SFA / SPLF made public announcements strongly suggesting use of masks during games plus social distancing ?

[Lancs Harp]

In England (with a high level of vaccinations) football stadiums are back to full capacity with virtually no one wearing a mask, in fact in England the only place you see a majority of people wearing masks is shopping in shops. Didnt see many Rangers fans wearing masks at the game today or at Easter Road on the highlights I watched (wasnt at the game personally so others will have a better picture). Watching Benfica tonight the attendance was severely restricted but the vast majority of fans in attendance didnt wear masks. As time goes on more and more people wont wear masks and as someobe said earlier on another thread its a question of how we live with covid going forward in much the same way we live with flu.

[LongJohnBanger]

I am a senior season ticket holder with some health issues..so I felt i needed to stay away just now which I hate to do especially as the last gamne I saw was when Hearts beat us 3-1 >i bought my first season ticket in 1971.
It has always annoyed me there is no hot water in downstairs loos and guess there still wont be ...mainly wanted to ask folks did it feel ok say at half time going downstairs to loos etc and also at end of game re exits or did the crowd all coss each other outside North Stand at end of game....
I am keen to go back but need to feel the time is right..I am not complaining just trying to figure things out.
Thanks for taking the time to read this..
Cheers
Well done winning without some familiar faces !!!

I think I felt as safe as I can.

I'm younger than you and don't have any major health issues however I do have a wife and very young child to consider in my trips into Edinburgh on the train, being in pubs, going to the football and just being around more people than I have in the previous year and a bit. As a result I'm testing myself every couple of days with the NHS provided lateral flow kits. So far, no positive tests.

I've been double vaccinated and I wear a mask when requested (on the train, going shopping) however I have to be honest, I've taken it off at the football once I've reached my seat in each of the 6 games I've been to this season.

It's not a sign of protest, it's not that I'm a Covid denier and I fully accept that I've picked, arguably, an odd location to choose not to wear a mask but I think I've done just about everything I can to keep myself and everyone around me safe to allow me that.

[hibee_girl]

Hibs put out a Covid guidance statement before the game and number 5 was:

5. Wear a face covering when entering and exiting the stadium and in all internal concourses.

That’s why not many people wear masks while sitting in their seats.

[IberianHibernian]

Hibs put out a Covid guidance statement before the game and number 5 was:

5. Wear a face covering when entering and exiting the stadium and in all internal concourses.

That’s why not many people wear masks while sitting in their seats.I presume that`s something that`s been decided by SFA / SPFL following Scottish govt instrructions . Probably assumed that asking fans to wear masks during match is a waste of time . In Hibs case , maybe an idea to offer South Stand as an area with social distancing possible and to mention that waearing masks during matches is recommended .

[ABZHFC]

Judging by the latest record numbers of infections in Scotland today (over 7k) I fear it may be a case of enjoying the ability to go to a game while it lasts. Wouldn't be too surprised if we see some retrictions reintroduced before long.

50k at Ibrox today. Be interesting to see if there's a noteable spike which can be attributed to that. I certainly fail to understand how it can be deemed 'safe'. I hope we've not eased restrictions too quickly.

There'll be as much as a spike from 50,000 going to the game as there would be if it was played behind closed doors and every single Old Firm fan was round at a gaff watching the game with a big bunch of mates

[Nicho87]

My wife is pregnant and not vaccinated so don’t think I’ll be back any time in the near future. Not worth the risk

[Nakedmanoncrack]

Did you get charged for your water
My laddie got charges £1 for his in the east stand

No charge for the water, I bought a Fanta for myself at 2.50 though.

[SMAXXA]

Yes thought it was bang on well done the club

[SMAXXA]

My wife is pregnant and not vaccinated so don’t think I’ll be back any time in the near future. Not worth the risk

My wife is pregnant and in the same position she was there yesterday but don’t think it altered much for her she wore her mask regardless of who else was. Same as she does when she does to the supermarket or the fort etc.

[Nakedmanoncrack]

In England (with a high level of vaccinations) football stadiums are back to full capacity with virtually no one wearing a mask, in fact in England the only place you see a majority of people wearing masks is shopping in shops. Didnt see many Rangers fans wearing masks at the game today or at Easter Road on the highlights I watched (wasnt at the game personally so others will have a better picture). Watching Benfica tonight the attendance was severely restricted but the vast majority of fans in attendance didnt wear masks. As time goes on more and more people wont wear masks and as someobe said earlier on another thread its a question of how we live with covid going forward in much the same way we live with flu.

I was in Yorkshire on Friday, and hardly saw anyone else wearing a mask, except the others who had travelled from Scotland.
Certainly no customers in pubs etc, to be honest it was entirely back to pre-covid norms, pubs packed jeek-by-jowl with people standing, dancing, crowded around the bar etc.

[Lancs Harp]

I was in Yorkshire on Friday, and hardly saw anyone else wearing a mask, except the others who had travelled from Scotland.
Certainly no customers in pubs etc, to be honest it was entirely back to pre-covid norms, pubs packed jeek-by-jowl with people standing, dancing, crowded around the bar etc.

To be fair as a proud Lancastrian, Christianity and the black plague havent arrived in Yorkshire yet so I'd expect Covid there in about 400 or 500 years. :wink:

[jacomo]

In England (with a high level of vaccinations) football stadiums are back to full capacity with virtually no one wearing a mask, in fact in England the only place you see a majority of people wearing masks is shopping in shops. Didnt see many Rangers fans wearing masks at the game today or at Easter Road on the highlights I watched (wasnt at the game personally so others will have a better picture). Watching Benfica tonight the attendance was severely restricted but the vast majority of fans in attendance didnt wear masks. As time goes on more and more people wont wear masks and as someobe said earlier on another thread its a question of how we live with covid going forward in much the same way we live with flu.


English people have been, in general, much less compliant with mask wearing, social distancing and other restrictions than folk in Scotland.

I’ve travelled a bit between the two countries over the past 18 months and the difference has been very noticeable.

[FilipinoHibs]

English people have been, in general, much less compliant with mask wearing, social distancing and other restrictions than folk in Scotland.

I’ve travelled a bit between the two countries over the past 18 months and the difference has been very noticeable.

Agree was back in UK in early May. Had a few weeks in London and lots not wearing masks or following social distancing. People became very aggressive when you asked them politely in a shop or cafe to wear a mask or social distance. Went to Edinburgh for ten days and people were much more compliant and shops and cafes enforced it anyway with no complaints.

[Green_one]

Yes thought it was bang on well done the club

I felt safe but do not expect to see much mask wearing. I would avoid the food outlets

Having used buses a lot I was confronted on Saturday with very busy buses. Came as a bit of a shock but a sign we are back to more normal times. Hope it stays stable

Nice to see a big crowd

[davhibby]

Judging by the latest record numbers of infections in Scotland today (over 7k) I fear it may be a case of enjoying the ability to go to a game while it lasts. Wouldn't be too surprised if we see some retrictions reintroduced before long.

50k at Ibrox today. Be interesting to see if there's a noteable spike which can be attributed to that. I certainly fail to understand how it can be deemed 'safe'. I hope we've not eased restrictions too quickly.

It’s safe because it’s outdoors which severely limits the spread. I’d be surprised if there was any future restrictions on attendance numbers, possibly a requirement to test/be vaccinated if things don’t get any better

[hibsbollah]

Does it really matter whether we ‘feel’ safe? The feeling of safety is completely controlled by the level of education we have about covid and the information we’re exposed to. What matters is whether we are actually safe.

I think a lot of people look around a packed stadium and a psychology kicks in where you tell yourself that ‘everyone else is here, there’s 12,000 other people here, all this misery is over so that means that we are back to normal’. People are led by other people.

I haven’t been at ER since March 2020 and I’m desperate to get back. I’m double vaxxed and not in an at risk group so I probably will go back the next chance I get.

[Keith_M]

FF Lower was OK.

Most people seemed to be wearing masks away from the seats and removed them when they were sitting down.

Distancing is no longer a requirement, apparently, but the attendance was down a bit on two seasons ago, so wasn't too bad.

[Hibees1973]

No, I did not feel safe.

I have had 2 jabs so feel relatively safe but far from 100%. To be honest though, going to the games is not any worse than going on a train/bus etc.

After seeing events such as Saturday the infection rate is going to rocket even higher.

Just hope being double jabbed covers any new variants that happen over Autumn/Winter. If not we are in bother.

[itslegaltender]

In England (with a high level of vaccinations) football stadiums are back to full capacity with virtually no one wearing a mask, in fact in England the only place you see a majority of people wearing masks is shopping in shops. Didnt see many Rangers fans wearing masks at the game today or at Easter Road on the highlights I watched (wasnt at the game personally so others will have a better picture). Watching Benfica tonight the attendance was severely restricted but the vast majority of fans in attendance didnt wear masks. As time goes on more and more people wont wear masks and as someobe said earlier on another thread its a question of how we live with covid going forward in much the same way we live with flu.

unfortunately its clear that Schools are the breeding grounds for the virus, watch English Covid levels rocket once their kids go back.

[pacoluna]

Judging by the latest record numbers of infections in Scotland today (over 7k) I fear it may be a case of enjoying the ability to go to a game while it lasts. Wouldn't be too surprised if we see some retrictions reintroduced before long.

50k at Ibrox today. Be interesting to see if there's a noteable spike which can be attributed to that. I certainly fail to understand how it can be deemed 'safe'. I hope we've not eased restrictions too quickly.



Why should new restrictions be reinstated? If it's not turning into hospital admissions when we must move on. We should start taking more responsibility for our own safety, if you don't want to get vaccinated then you can't say you don't know the risks of attending football with full crowd.

[Greenbeard]

Why should new restrictions be reinstated? If it's not turning into hospital admissions when we must move on. We should start taking more responsibility for our own safety, if you don't want to get vaccinated then you can't say you don't know the risks of attending football with full crowd.
Probably got another week to ten days to see to what extent the current increase in positives translates into hospital admissions. You would expect that with so many of the population now double-jabbed, the proportion of folk testing positive who go on to require hospital admission will be significantly less than last year. However it's not just a numbers game. All along NicStur, Jase and Humzah etc have been saying it is about the ability of the NHS to cope. And we are already seeing routine admissions and appointments postponed because of Covid admissions. I very much suspect we will see some restrictions re-imposed.

Edit: Just seen NicStur is looking for approval to impose obligatory vaccine passports for certain events from later this month including any event with 10,000 or more in attendance.

[familyman]

thanks everyone re my query on safety I will wait till passports and stick to Hibs tv for now ,frustrating time all the same.

[Billy Whizz]

thanks everyone re my query on safety I will wait till passports and stick to Hibs tv for now ,frustrating time all the same.

If you’re not comfortable, you’re doing the right thing. Loads of long time season tickets around me, haven’t been this season either
Hope to see them back soon, like yourself