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Georgia kilt warning for Tartan Army

October 9th, 2007 · Post your comment (No Comments)

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THE Tartan Army are being warned not to lift their kilts when they go to see Scotland play Georgia, as it could lead to trouble.

The British ambassador in Georgia, Denis Keefe, warned fans about the dangers in the ex-Soviet country ahead of the Euro 2008 match next Wednesday. Violent crime against Westerners is common in Georgia, and there is a risk of theft, extortion and even kidnapping.

He wrote: “Georgia is a conservative and proud society. Celebrations should take that into account. For example the lifting of the kilt would probably cause grave offence and possibly lead to confrontation.”

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