The Scottish Premier League will consider allowing clubs to pilot safe-standing areas in stadiums, it confirmed this afternoon.
The rule change only currently applies to top flight sides, although the SPL have the right to refuse a team's proposal.
"Since I joined the SPL in 2009, there has been widespread support amongst fans to re-introduce safe standing areas," said the SFA's chief executive Neil Doncaster.
"I am delighted that we have been able to respond positively to supporters' views on improving the match day experience."
It is not known how many clubs will be trialling the new guidelines.