ABOUT 5000 free tickets for the Commonwealth Games are to be given to young people, sports volunteers and disabled groups.
The government said it is a "thank you" to individuals and groups involved in Legacy 2014 programmes to promote sporting participation across Scotland before and after the Games.
Some 2.3 million requests were made for up to one million tickets when the application process opened last year. Tickets for some events were massively over-subscribed and Glasgow 2014 allocated tickets via a draw.
More than 100,000 applications were made for the 100m men's final at Hampden Park, with track cycling, diving and artistic gymnastics among the other sports over-subscribed.
Around 94% of public tickets have now been sold, organisers said.
Glasgow City Council announced in November that it is to give 6000 tickets away to children, community groups and over-60s in the city.
Selection will begin in March with successful applicants being told in May.
The latest batch of free tickets will cover a range of events over the 11 days of the Games and they will be allocated through sportscotland, Education Scotland and Big Lottery Fund, which are involved in the legacy programme.
Children involved in school and community sports clubs, coaches and volunteers and people from disadvantaged or disability groups will benefit, the government said.
l Games organisers have announced a ban on smoking electronic cigarettes in competition venues. Paul Zealey, Glasgow 2014's head of engagement and legacy, said spectators would not be allowed to use the products.
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