So after 15 years and 121 years respectively, the Scottish Premier League and Scottish Football League will be wound-up due to the creation of the Scottish Professional Football League. Small objection, I know, but I don’t like the name. It’s cumbersome and, in the case of one member club (Queens) downright inaccurate. They stuck a word in to differentiate the new entity from the historical one, but why ‘Professional’?
I assume the last champions of the Scottish Premier League will retain the trophy, just as Northern Ireland did with the Home International Championship trophy? Or will the brown brogue brigade insist that doesn’t happen? I’m sure St Mirren will be making plans for the now-defunct Scottish Football League, League Cup, or at least they will when someone realises the awarding body is about to cease.
The new financial compensation structure will make a significant difference to half a dozen or so clubs in the second tier of the game but that’s about it. There is no magic wand for Scottish football short of federation with a neighbouring association.
The biggest laugh of the day came from the news that outgoing SFL chief exec, David Longmuir, the man who did more than anyone to prevent the new SPFL getting to this stage, has put himself forward for the new chief executive position.
The word ‘shameless’ seems somewhat inadequate. Make sure the brogues are clean for interview next week, David.
How will that one go? ‘I know, I got it completely wrong. I did my best to stop all of this from coming to fruition, what a laugh. Best thing I can say is, I’m not Neil Doncaster, so how’s about it?’
Better get that CV types, David. Or is my prediction that you were working your way to a position with a lower league club coming to fruition?
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This is CQN.
We take care of our own.
I hope Paul’s hunch comes to pass and Longmuir gets a senior position with Sevco.
His mediocre boolin’-club-committee mentality (and ability) has shone through in his shenanigans as he attempted frutilessly to rig the entire structure of Scottish football to favour the Zombies.
Longmuir calling the shots at the Hun Emporium would ensure they stay in their rightful place – under a rock, under our heel.
GlassTwoThirdsFull
14:00 on 28 June, 2013
Row Z
If TUPE applies then Gordon Smith is a stick-on…..
He’s also got an application in to be the new bus driver…
Dontb @ 13:39,
“‘ Scoundrels’, to quote my old gran abd her best mate,Mrs Butler”.
Did your aul gran also coin the phrase the Scunner Campbell?
Just Curious like.
Noticed your conservational defiance on the last thread.
You Scots are amateurs…
You need to take lessons from the South Bucks Nimbys.
Zero Tolerance.
Furinstance – Stoke Poges have a huge campaign to say NO! to a new School.
WeDontNeedNoEcucasionCSC
Paul67 et al
The question we need to ask ourselves is this;
Is David Longmuir part of the solution or is he part of the…..
Question, why are we asking ourselves this question?
GlassTwoThirdsFull
That occurred to me whilst typing but I wanted to be serious…………man! ;-)
HH
The pixies have a new single out? This is a very happy friday.
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/culture/music/music-news/10148079/Pixies-release-surprise-new-single-Bagboy.html
Can anybody on the huddleboard and Celtic minded make the campaign to raise questions at the AGM known and ask for support please
Scotland has lots of football administrators. It’s an export industry.
Chairbhoy- Mrs Butler always wore black.
She kept pictures of various popes and saints in her windows [facing out].
My gran had more to say than Mrs B [who was more of the silent assassin type] but they didn’t miss you and hit the wall.
My dad used to get paid on Thursdays, so he’d have a couple of well earned beers on the way home.
He hated TOTPops but my gran would let me watch it at her house.
Paul 67
Yup http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jxNEiZhpinY Chorus
Scunner Campbell .
Scunner Campbell was the baddie in Super Gran . .
Guy who acted the part was the Scottish bad guy in Budgie .
Vado fuori . Adesso .Promesso.
Afternoon all.
As result of conversation on Twitter I had cause to look at
http://www.scottishfa.co.uk/resources/documents/ClubLicensing/Part2:National/Part2Sect8_Legal,Admin,FinanceandCodesofPractice%20Criteria.pdf
specifically
8.11 Entry level requirement for Audited accounts to be submitted.
8.12 The landscape note that allows for exceptional dispensation that might get around 8.11
8.13 Insolvency events that I interpret as the Entry Level box being applicable and the SFA setting certain conditions on a licence being granted.
So is 8,13 likely to be the get out clause for not applying 8.11 or is it 8.12 Exceptional dispensation etc or if it is 8.13 should all supporters, particularly of The Rangers, not be made aware what the certain conditions are?
See rules? there is a story behind them all Must tweet STV Grant.
Further to my previous post this should be interesting from
http://www.scottishfa.co.uk/resources/documents/ClubLicensing/Part2:National/Part%202%20Section%202%20-%20Roles%20and%20Responsibilities.pdf
2.6 Confidentiality and Transparency
The Scottish FA guarantees the clubs full confidentiality as regards all non-public information disclosed during the Licensing Process.
However and without prejudice to the foregoing generality, each club hereby expressly consents to the Scottish FA notifying the club’s respective league body of any failure to obtain a licence and the reasons for that failure.
Furthermore, the financial information as detailed in Section 8.12 of Part 2* of this Manual with the exception of the net debt information will be made freely available to members of the public via the Scottish FA website.
The Scottish FA also reserves the right to disclose any award decision at any time. Subject to the disclosure to the club’s respective league body referred to above, the reasons for such decisions however will remain confidential. The Licensing Administration will adhere to the following guidelines:
The Scottish FA has concluded a confidentiality agreement with each club. This will be updated as and when necessary;
Members of the Licensing Committee, the Appellate Tribunal and any other individual engaged by the Licensor in the Licensing process must sign a confidentiality agreement before starting his or her tasks. Licensing Administration employees are subject to confidentiality provisions in terms of their employment contracts;
The level at which an award is presented to a club (overall and under each criteria heading) will be made available for general consumption via the Scottish FA website.”
So keep your eyes on the SFA web site especially the journos looking for a story if there are any.
* 8.12
Turnover £
Wages (Total Payroll Costs) £
Wages to Turnover Ratio %
Profit or Loss for Period £
Net Assets at Period End £
Stoke Poges- ‘Rum,Sodomy and the Lash’.
She is gone
You can shed tears that she is gone Or you can smile because she has lived
You can close your eyes and pray that she will come back Or you can open your eyes and see all that she has left
Your heart can be empty because you can’t see her Or you can be full of the love that you shared
You can turn your back on tomorrow and live yesterday Or you can be happy for tomorrow because of yesterday
You can remember her and only that she is gone Or you can cherish her memory and let it live on
You can cry and close your mind, be empty and turn your back Or you can do what she would want: smile, open your eyes, love and go on.
David Harkins
Auldheid,
Given the three-year membership you have explained on here many times, does “Rangers” getting full membership allow them to enter Europe earlier than they would have (if they qualify)?
South Of Tunis 14:11:
Iain Cuthbertson was the Baddie…
anorakcfc…
Keep the Faith!
Hail Hail!
Movie Fact: the golf scene in Goldfinger was filmed in Stoke Poges…
Whits that noise?!
It’s the sound of brown brogues being feverishly polished in ludges and bowling clubs throughout Scotland, as HUNners of ‘brothers’ prepare themselves to be summoned for interview for the post of CEO of the new league body.
PL – are you listening?!
HH!!
Its a pity that some feel that their longstanding support of Celtic is somehow conditional on the clubs stance against Rangers and the SFA.
The corruption and bias and all that goes with it in this country to support Rangers has always been there in my lifetime. SFA, referees, media, all of it.
The only way to ensure that Celtic stay strong is to continue our love affair with OUR club. I will never give up my season tickets and support to the Bhoys as long as I am financially and physically capable to do so.
nopreconditionsCSC
KTF
RobinBhoy
Scunner Campbell was indeed played by Iain Cuthbertson.
He was also Charlie Endell in ‘Budgie’ – remember that?!
Lived in Troon for a while back in the day – used to see him occasionally, but not socially!
HH!!
The golf scene in Neodyniumfinger [ the long-awaited sequel] was filmed in E.K and stars our very own Bob-a-Jobo Baldie.
El Diego Bhoy:
People are hurting for you and yours… – One Family mate – it’s what binds us and defines us; and that that sets us apart too.
I hope somewhere today you and your girls can find and share a smile.
Jobo could land a bowler hat on a golf flag from 150yds…easy!
Fertiliser?!
My two aunties who were born in the countryside are adamant that the best fertiliser is chicken s***!
HH!!
South Of Tunis
13:56 on 28 June, 2013
Observed a couple of shaky characters indulging in a bit of flamingo worrying
in The Vickie Park the other day. All becomes clear now.
PurpleHazeCFC
Ah, so it’s 15 hours and not 15 minutes of fame that we all get at some point. been enjoying mine thoroughly.
Have to say, Kilbowie Kelt’s post on the previous article fair made me smile –
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Kilbowie Kelt
12:11 on
28 June, 2013
The old Zen Buddhist koan,.. “If a tree falls in the forest and no one’s around to hear it, does it make a sound?”…was debated by wise old monks.
After deep contemplation the most respected Zen Master spoke….
‘ Ah….Jobo Balde.’
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Right, back to lurkin’ whilst (ahem) workin’
I don’t think I can let the debate on windfarms v’s birds pass without pointing out that more birds have been killed by Lee McCulloch’s flailing elbows than by all the turbines in Salmondland.
Officialgovernment figures csc
God Bless Moira.
John 14
The skirmishes on the last Fred.
This site is amazing, Thanks to Paul67 that he allows extreme views, Religiously.
It has never been about ME, or Fiat Evo ^You.
I cannae wait until the next refresh….
Celtic launch the Kerrydale Supporters’ Bar
By: Newsroom Staff on 28 Jun, 2013 14:02
YOU spoke, we listened and now we are making provision for the improvements you requested to improve your matchday experience at Celtic Park.
Earlier this week, Celtic announced that we would be the first club in the UK to introduce a unique Wi-Fi offering, combining stadium-wide connectivity over a dedicated network powered by Cisco and an exclusive Celtic matchday App, ‘CelticLive’.
CelticLive will be operated in partnership with Sports Revolution, the sports media and digital marketing agency who have developed ‘StadiumLive’ technology to ensure that the experience of every supporter is enhanced.
Now, we have another exciting addition to matchdays at Celtic Park
Celtic are today delighted to announce the launch of our brand new supporters’ bar ahead of the 2013/14 season. The introduction of this new facility will convert the existing Kerrydale Suite into ‘The Kerrydale Bar’.
This will offer Celtic supporters attending home matches at Celtic Park the opportunity to gain access to a licensed premise in which to enjoy snacks and refreshments before home matches with their fellow fans.
The introduction of The Kerrydale Bar is the latest announcement in our ongoing commitment to improving the overall matchday experience for fans attending Celtic Park.
Last season we conducted our most extensive survey of fans ever, and with many requesting somewhere close to Celtic Park to enjoy pre-match entertainment with friends and family, we’ve gone a step further and created a brand new facility for our supporters right here at the stadium.
The bar is open to all those attending on matchday, whether that be Season Ticket holders or individual matchday attendees, with families welcome, and has a capacity of 800 persons, with controlling mechanisms in place. In addition to the licensed bar, hot and cold snacks will be available to purchase, and an onsite betting facility will also be provided for guests.
We also plan to have live pre and post-match entertainment in place with live music, and Q&A sessions with ex-players planned throughout the season.
Our opening night will be Tuesday, July 23, ahead of our UEFA Champions League qualifier against Cliftonville, with doors opening at 5pm. Further details of that night, and of general matchday opening times of The Kerrydale Bar will be revealed shortly here at http://www.celticfc.net
This brand new facility for our supporters is yet another Reason to Belong at Celtic Park next season. #BeCeltic and secure your 2013/14 Season Ticket now.
For full details on pricing including securing your £100 reduction on 2012/13 pricing, click HERE, visit the Celtic Park Ticket Office or call * 0871 226 1888 .
Afternoon lhads and lhassies. This young lads going to have a tough afternoon when the mankies visit ayr united this season. Ayr have signed GORDON POPE from junior side auchinleck Talbot. If the celts are away on that day I might pop in and give him some support. Give me the opportunity to throw some rotten eggs at thon new coach and some steakbakes at the old fat one. Mind you if he`s played for the Talbot, there`s nothing he`ll not have heard before.
h.h lbb
Jobo Baldie
How many CQNers do you think have got it in one, Hole?
I am thinking you are the First!!!!!
You spoke,we listened.
Wasn’t that a Tory slogan after they got one of their regular bleachings at the polls?
If the SFL is now wound up it means that Sevco get to keep the 1st trophy they ever won.
It will be nice for them to be reminded of the shame of being in Scotland’s bottom division.
LB
Happy Birthday to my big cousin NAFOS today xxx
HH
OK, dragging you back just for a moment to the issue of wind turbines and cats…
…after due consideration, here’s the thermodynamic blueprint for my recently conceived but damned well cat fired domestic power generating plant:
Weight of average cat (Felis Catus): 4.8Kg
Energy Eq: 1770 kCal per Kg
= 7.40568 KJ/Kg
Heat energy per average cat: 35.547KJ
Cremator Capacity: 2500 Cats per Hour
Cremator Thermal Power output: 24.685416667 kW (Th)
Electric Power Conversion efficiency: 43%
Net Electric Power Output: 10.6kW (e)
Annual Power Output: 92,856 kWh (e)
So, there you have it, a domestic cat fired power station, providing sufficient electricity to power 4.867 average UK homes each year, from a small population of just 21,900,000 free range domestic cats.
Or put another way, you can heat, light and power your home for an entire year using my soon to be prototyped modern, low emission single dwelling cat fired power plant by cremating the corpses of just 4,449,691 domestic cats.
Now feed stock for the cats:
The average cat requires an energy intake of 210 KCal per day
The average urban mouse (Mus musculus) weighs 19g, providing 33.63 KCal
Average Cat Consumption = 6.244 mouses per day
Average mouse requires an energy intake of 0.9975 Kcal per day
Energy value of domestic food waste: 4650KJ per Kg
=1,111.37 Kcal / Kg
Therefore, 1Kg of domestic food waste per day can support a population of 1,114 mouses.
So….
…we require 4,449,691 domestic cats each year…
…fed on 10,141,112,770.46 house mouses…
…fed on 9,103,333 Kg of domestic food waste…
…to heat, light and power your house for free, with absolutely no detriment to the environment beyond disposing of the 170,868 approx. Kg of crematorium ash (which presumably is good material for bricks and other building materials), 38,536.228 tonnes approx of feline faeces, and 5922.4 litres of murine pee pee.
In conclusion, my innovative and class leading cat fired domestic power generating plant runs on just 9,103 tonnes of domestic food waste equivalent per year.
The only draw back to the plan at the moment is the small matter of the requisite logistics and infrastructure to transport and store the necessary 9,103 tonnes annually of domestic food waste from the 40,820 homes of the domestic food waste producers (223Kg produced per household per year) to feed the bleedin’ mouses.
But I’m working on that just as soon as I’ve figured out how to transport Kirk Broadfoot’s egg across the studio floor utilising only an elastic band, a coat hanger, 6 lollipop sticks and a roll of sellotape.
TBB
Kerrydale Bar opens at Paradise.
http://www.celticfc.net/newsstory?item=4206
LB