The funding, awarded to Commonwealth Games Scotland, will support at least 22 community events during the host nation leg from 1st to 23rd July, with the relay travelling to cities, rural areas and island communities. It will culminate in the Opening Ceremony of the Games. The call for expressions of interest is open until the end of March.
The Scottish Government has announced £245,000 of funding to support the King’s Baton Relay (KBR) in Scotland ahead of the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games.
The funding, awarded to Commonwealth Games Scotland, will support at least 22 community events during the host nation leg from 1 to 23 July 2026, with the relay travelling to cities, rural areas and island communities. It will culminate in the Opening Ceremony of the Games.
Communities and sports clubs are encouraged to express their interest in hosting a visit, with the call for expressions of interest open until the end of March.