The news yesterday that HMRC would appeal the decision by the First Tier Tribunal (FTT) to reject the part of their tax demand against former club Rangers which was still open to dispute was received by most with passing interest. The FTT returned a split decision, with the minority view giving HMRC substantial grounds for an appeal, and as we have heard often in recent years, HMRC always pursue tax under various circumstances. Reasons include when they believe wrongdoing has occurred.
As such, it seemed strange that The Rangers chief executive, Charles Green, issued a statement on the subject yesterday as the on-going tax dispute “will have no affect (sic.) on us”. He also wrote “in the strongest possible terms to HMRC pointing out the futility of such an appeal”.
If Green expects HMRC to read this letter and to countenance a change of tact he has a regard for his own abilities which are, frankly, a little curious. No mere mortal could write a letter and bring about any change in such a dispute, which leads us to another question, is Charles Green a mere mortal, or does his aim occasionally stretch beyond his reach? I’m sure we’re not dealing with a Self-Certified-Superman.
The point to this exercise is that while Green’s newco is not liable for another company’s taxes, his football club inherited the SFA place vacated by Rangers, including pesky football liabilities. Fifa and SFA rules on paying social taxes are clear – avoid them illegally and face disciplinary action.
As the matter is on-going, the football authorities have yet to issue any disciplinary action for the non-payment of taxes for the five players Rangers conceded to the FTT. Should the courts ultimately decide in favour of HMRC for the balance of players still being disputed, a fresh wave of disciplinary measures would be due against Green’s club.
Last summer we discussed how the toxicity which was attached to the club Craig Whyte inherited, and then relinquished in a worse state, would make going forward as a Newco with any connection whatsoever to the SFA membership of Oldco very difficult. Many, including the Blue Knights consortium, concluded it didn’t look viable.
It still doesn’t. Scottish football needs to consider how to deal with the long term consequences of these matters.
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TinyTim
15:20 on 5 February, 2013
The lamb’s very succulent.
And the spuds are lovely.
thomthetim @ 13.50
That reply is class. How we could do with people like that at the SFA.
TTT
Im getting worried bout you fella,
are you really advocating healthy eating or is that just for the others?
Lee Wallace will not start for Scotland but if he does a friendly against Estonia is probably the best place to check him out.
I don’t mind where players are playing to get in the Scotland team. If they are good enough they should play.
The same applies to England. I can’t believe Hooper is not even in the squad for Hodgson to get a close look at him. Even though he plays in the SPL the guy has to be the most in form striker the English have at their disposal!
Keeps him fresh for our matches but feel for the lad. He deserves a call up with his goal scoring form this season.
LB
Paul67 et al
Whatever we think, or not, of Charlie Green, he did not bring about the downfall of Rangers FC. Sir David Murray achieved that, and got a knighthood for his efforts. Not to say Green has nothing to lose, but it is Murray’s name on the charge sheet, along with the usual suspects of course.
Murray Group Holdings and Others
Remember the fanfare after the First-Tier Tribunal 2-1 ruling, Murray claiming vindication, to all and sundry and his favourite pet lapdog James Traynor blaming the Internet for all of Rangers’ woes. Before heading for Ibrox that is.
Where is Murray today?
Gordon Strachan has let James Forrest leave the Scotland squad. He didn’t want to take any risks with him.
TLK-Thamks for detailed stats,mind playing tricks.I thought he had a decent run around that time.
The ultimate GIF
http://i.imgur.com/3jdh9.gif. -Meanwhile ,news of Broony being named Scotland Captain reaches Celtic Park…….
I`m guessing that the St Mirren v Celtic cup match is on Sky. ( Shortbread for me, if I don`t get a ticket).
BBC have Killie v Hibs on the Sunday..
TinyTim
15:20 on
5 February, 2013
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TT
If you’r going to travel all the way from Fifeshire, shirley you would eat in the restaurant…..rather than the burger bar…..where the chips and veg are only to fill the plate….leg room is tight, due to table congestion.
They do a nice Mid week special in the restaurant for £42…..VG….
Paddy T
traditionalist88 14:09 on 5 February, 2013
Companies House appear to have made a huge mistake – The company(Rangers International) that runs the club(Sevco, ‘The Rangers’) were BOTH incorporated in 2012… surely some mistake, 140 years of history and all that;)
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Name & Registered Office:
THE RANGERS FOOTBALL CLUB LIMITED
IBROX STADIUM
150 EDMISTON DRIVE
GLASGOW
G51 2XD
Company No. SC425159
Status: Active
Date of Incorporation: 29/05/2012
Country of Origin: United Kingdom
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Name & Registered Office:
RANGERS INTERNATIONAL FOOTBALL CLUB PLC
IBROX STADIUM
150 EDMISTON DRIVE
GLASGOW
UNITED KINGDOM
G51 2XD
Company No. SC437060
Status: Active
Date of Incorporation: 16/11/2012
The first company mentioned was originaly called SEVCO SCOTLAND LTD, but changed it’s name on the 31st of July 2012 to THE RANGERS FOOTBALL CLUB LTD.
Since, and I’m assuming here, SEVCO SCOTLAND LTD aquired the assets of SEVCO 5088 LTD, then this is the company/club that players like Elbows transferred over to, and is the one which was awarded the associate license from the SFA to allow them to compete.
If so, then what is the name of the team who played Brechin in the Ramsdens Cup three days before the name change, SevcoFC or The RangersFC?
SPF
Wee Gordon has made Brown captain and let wee Forrest go home from the Scotland squad already today. In truth he will get the team to have a huddle before kick off?
LB
Today’s Juve guff [ some of it might be true ].
Conte might be the next Chelsea Manager .
Conte bumping his gums re the number of Juve players on international duty .
Conte apologizing for his recent critical comments re Referees .
Juve might not play 3-5-2 at Celtic Park—– they might play 3-4 -2 -1 with Anelka up -front..
Conte refusing to confirm or deny media reports that he had no involvement re the signing of Anelka.
Been a lovely day —– @ 19 degrees —–way down south.
Canamalar @ 1448
wont be taking them anywhere mate.
The rugby is 9th March, not this Sat.
HAIL! HAIL!
Token
BMCUW @ 1515,
ha ha ha, these arent your usual Cardiff Sat night crowd. Just good hard-drinking, rugby loving, normal folk……….but they help pay my wages and have done for the best part of the last 15 years, soooooo a wee bit better than the Standing Order is in order so to speak
;-)
HAIL! HAIL!
Token
The Token Tim
Can’t stand the Standing Order. Terrible boozer.
Loads of cracking pubs in Edinburgh.
LB
TT,
aaargh! Completely forgot about the Champany!
Ive been a few times, although not in the last 2-3 years, and as you say it is excellent!
Might be worth re-considering……
HAIL! HAIL!
Token
Oldfirmfacts @Oldfirmfacts1
Reporter: “Did you give Scott Brown the armband for his hunger?”. Strachan: “No, I gave him a banana for that”.
ERNIE LYNCH 1520
True. Do they still sell Ushers in that toon?
It was always pash,just like Brain’s,so he might get away with it…..
I used to go to Edinburgh quite regularly,but you’ll gather I ain’t been there for a while!
I see alex mcleish has left notts forest afterjust 7 games
Livibhoy,
agree. Think it will be Rose St later on though.
Done the George St thing before on the odd night out with Mrs TTT and also back in the day with Footie team nights out.
HAIL! HAIL!
Token
Rugby – was once tricked into going to France v Scotland in Paris (was working there) – felt like a complete alien amongst them – the Scottish Rugby lot. The game itself was effin awful. Complete waste of a dayout. Hated it so much, and that was twelve years ago, that couldnt even be bothered turning up for free bar and barabecue day out at some 7s tournie in Glasgow last year.
St mirren v Celtic on sky on 2nd march with dundee derby on 3rd
Chawlls may not be resposible for the downfal of the original Klan F.C., but he’s doin’ a fine job of wrecking the Mark2 version, The Deady Bears.
Spikeysauldman
I get the feeling you didn’t like it
The Token Tim
I would start at the St Andrews Square end and work back. Should be a bit quieter.
LB
ernie lynch
15:06 on
5 February, 2013
Can anyone recommend a good sushi restaurant in Auchtermuchty?
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Try this plaice……..
https://twimg0-a.akamaihd.net/profile_images/2161560171/AyeSushi_Logo_small2.jpg
Neil canamalar Lennon hunskelper extrordinaire
Paddy was not on the bench for the 2-2 cup games vs Deadco on 6th Feb 11. The first time he had not figured since 6th Nov. I don’t know if this was due to injury – in the team news article I could find he was not reported as injured.
Paddy’s run came to and end as Commons was signed and as you may recall, Kris started with a bang, having a stormer v Aberdeen on his debut, then scoring agianst dedco in the aforementioned cup game. He then figured in every game that season bar one when banned after being sent off v Hearts.
At the same time as Commons arrived, Ki and Samaras came back from lengthy spells out. It looks like Paddy could not get a place in attacking midfield positions once those 3 were available, especially Commons.
HH
TLK
Ernie/BMCUW,
Not a fan of Brains, but the Felinfoel Celtic Gold and Celtic Pride are decent……
:-)
HAIL! HAIL!
Token
Lot of talk about restaurants today.
It’s my birthday on Friday.
Anyone recommend a good ‘Italian’ – in Italy?
HH!!
Cults…,
Celtic is no longer his concern he needs to keep all clubs fans happy, sadly, it is his concern that as many supporters as he can attract to the game,turn up and support his team. Yep he works for the SFA now, it’s obviously a consideration he has dealt with.
He’s taken their shilling, expect him to give no less than he gave us.
He is the national manager, it’s his job to unify the nation behind his team.
I thought his comment about the noise that went up when Rhodes came on said all he needed, he wants supporters at his games, he believes there is such a thing as a good hun :o)
THE TOKEN TIM 1548
Fair play,I suppose my back-up suggestion of a nightoot getting blootered in Kilwinning wullnae cut the mustard either?
I only once had a ticket for the rugby,about thirty years ago. Gave it to a Welsh fella who clearly had travelled further than I had. In my experience,good lads all.
BMCUW,
Hmmm I know they’d let the Welsh Boyos into Kilwinning, but would this Bhoy be let in??
Even allowing for the BMCUW say-so
;-)
HAIL! HAIL!
Token
BMCUW,
Cheers for that info, blood still boiling, the fact the kid has not been offered witness protection is an absolute disgrace, a stat waiting to happen. Sickening.
Tallybhoy,
Hmmm might be a tall(y) order that.
However I can definitely recommend this Italian:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b_0VdOBEri8
HAIL! HAIL!
Token
PS – I know, I know not really Italian, but …….
TLK,
Cheers again, I disagree, the only player I would have picked before Paddy at the time was Sammi as archives will show.
BMCUW
I thought you had to be blootered to ever consider a nightoot in Kilwinning.
CowieBhoy, you’re welcome, hope the info is useful.