29/07/2014

Refunds Offered For Missed Commonwealth Games Events

Organisers of the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow have said that people who missed events due to transport problems can apply for ticket refunds.

Glasgow 2014 have advised people to hold on to tickets and apply via email for refunds. It is understood that refunds will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

It is believed that a number of park-and-ride transport services in Glasgow were overwhelmed by the number of visitors arriving for the games.

(MH/CD)

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