Celtic FC respond to Boys Club class action approval
A Celtic spokesperson says they are dealing with these 'sensitive matters' in a 'responsible manner'
Last updated 1st Mar 2022
Celtic have responded after a judge ruled survivors of historic abuse at Celtic Boys Club can bring a group proceeding against the club.
Lord Arthurson approved the application at the Court of Session in Edinburgh today in which 22 former players came forward seeking compensation.
A judge found in favour of the claimants despite Celtic FC opposing the motion.
It means legal proceedings, similar to a US class-action law suit, have begun against the club.
A Celtic FC spokesperson said: "Given the ongoing legal proceedings, it is not appropriate for us to provide any comment however we would reiterate that the Club is dealing with these sensitive matters in a responsible manner and in conjunction with its advisers".
Patrick McGuire, from Thompsons Solicitors, which represents survivors, said: “The court has sent a clear message to Celtic FC that it will not countenance the club's continued efforts to engage delay tactics and hide behind legal technicalities.
"This is a watershed moment. Survivors, the court and all of civic society are unified in their views of the tactics being deployed by Celtic to evade their moral and legal responsibilities.
"Celtic must now face up to those responsibilities and immediately begin meaningful discussions towards ensuring that every survivor receives full financial justice and compensation.”
The club have always maintained the organisations were separate entities.