Taxpayers may have to foot the bill for Scottish Cup Final damage
A legal battle over who covers the costs of broken LED hoardings is making its way through the courts
Clyde News can reveal LED advertising boards damaged by pitch invaders during the Scottish Cup Final in 2016 are still being kept in storage as a legal battle rages on.
A court case over who covers the costs - set to reach hundreds of thousands of pounds - is currently making its way through the legal system.
The claim against Glasgow City Council comes from The Football Company Scotland, who own the LED hoardings.
The damage was caused when supporters ran onto the pitch following Hibs' 3-2 win over Rangers in the final in May last year.
The broken boards have been kept in warehouses for more than a year while a decision is made.
It's believed the legal action lodged centres around historical legislation from 1822 regarding the Riotous Assemblies (Scotland) Act.
If the local authority lose, taxpayers may have to foot the bill.
In a statement, Glasgow City Council said a claim had been received and was currently being dealt with in the courts. The final tally could surpass £750,000.
The Football Company Scotland also confirmed it was seeking damages.