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Liam Gallagher Slams Edinburgh Council Over ‘Fat, Drunk and Rowdy’ Fan Briefings

He condemned internal documents that portrayed concertgoers as disruptive in advance of the Murrayfield dates.

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Overview

  • Leaked council safety notes predicted "medium to high intoxication" and a substantial number of older fans at three sold-out Murrayfield shows
  • The documents flagged potential conflicts with the nearby Fringe Festival and recommended adjusting capacity for predominantly middle-aged attendees
  • Liam Gallagher took aim at the council on social media, denouncing their tone and calling for an apology
  • Councillor Margaret Graham said the multi-agency planning ensures fan safety and supports the tour’s projected £136 million boost to Edinburgh’s economy
  • Oasis fan groups criticised the briefings as lazy stereotyping that overlooks the diversity of the 210,000-strong audience