REVELLERS in Kelvingrove Park were cleared by police this afternoon.
Crowds of youngsters have been broken up by officers after scores of locals flouted "stay at home" restrictions to gather.
Eyewitnesses have told the Glasgow Times police asked people to move on from the West End beauty spot.
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It's understood many had gathered to celebrate St Patrick's Day.
Another eyewitness said: "Cops telling people to dispose of alcohol. People clearing up after themselves.
"Many moving from the hill. No trouble but park is very busy.
"Lots of people in Ireland rugby and Republic of Ireland football tops and wearing green.
"All seem well behaved."
In an update on social media earlier, Glasgow North West Police said: "Community Officers are out patrolling in Kelvingrove Park today.
"Understandably people are out enjoying the rare moment of sunshine, we'll be there to keep the park safe for everyone to enjoy."
Current guidelines allow groups of up to four adults from two different households to meet outdoors.
A Police Scotland spokesman said: "Around 4.30pm on Wednesday, March 17, 2021, police received a report of a large crowd gathering within Kelvingrove Park.
“Officers are in attendance and are engaging with the members of the public. Those involved are heeding the police’s advice and are dispersing.
“There have been no arrests and no-one has been issued with a fixed penalty notice. Officers will continue to patrol the area."
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