Livi boss David Martindale passes SFA's fit & proper assessment

Livingston manager David Martindale has passed his Scottish FA fit and proper person test.

A hearing took place this morning to determine whether he would be allowed to continue in his role because of drugs and money laundering offences in his past.

The club say the decision will give him the chance to fully focus on his managerial duties.

After reaching a decision, the SFA said: 'following a scheduled meeting between a sub-committee of the Professional Game Board, the Livingston manager, David Martindale, and club officials pursuant to Article 10, it has accepted the representations from Livingston FC that Mr Martindale is a fit and proper person to be included in the club’s Official Return.'

In a statement, the club commented: 'The club is delighted that a positive outcome has been reached, one that allows us to draw a line under this particular episode and gives David the chance to fully focus on his role as manager of the football club.

'We believe this to be the correct outcome and think it sends a positive message across society.'

David Martindale added: "I would like to go on record thanking everybody at the SFA, SPFL and more importantly I’d like to thank every single person on social media - the fans, pundits and media for their support.

"A big thank you also to Hannah Bardell MP, Angela Constance MSP and Professor Phil Scraton and I’m delighted that the SFA has given me a chance to progress my career with Livingston Football Club."