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All of this might be obvious to everyone but……… · I wonder if, by operating without a quorate Board of Directors who have been approved by the SFA as “fit and proper persons”, we may be in breach of their regulations · Similarly, those of the SPFL · Indeed, could we find ourselves liable to a points deduction for breaches of which we are unaware? · What are the powers delegated to the CEO by the previous Board and to whom does he refer in the light of encountering issues outwith these delegated powers? · On the assumption that the CEO may pay bills up to an agreed limit, I would presume that the authority of the Board would be required for sums in excess of that limit. So who authorises such payments in the interim period and how does the bank process them without the authority of the previous incumbents? · Further to the financial aspects raised above, how could PTFC operate in the transfer window in January 2023? This may well already be in hand, but an emergency EGM needs to be convened by shareholders (in this case the PTFC Trust) to elect a Board of Directors and they need SFA agreement to fast track their approval of those elected. They (in this context it has to be the PTFC Trust though they could co-opt others to assist them) need to approach the SFA and SPFL to ensure that we will not fall foul of their regulations. The first item of expenditure should be to commission a comprehensive audit of the club's finances so that those who find themselves at the helm are in no illusions about the true position. We also need to dispel the myth about the Board running away from abuse etc. I think that, despite getting their own way in the end, they were spooked by the scrutiny they were subjected to at the AGM. If I had been one of them, that would have concerned me more! The solution they found was to abrogate their responsibilities in the confident expectation of things falling apart,with a potential on-field impact which would divide the support and allow them to return to rescue the situation! QED, anyone celebrating needs to appreciate that unless the heirs apparent act quickly and decisively this will be a pyrrhic victory! Nothing above will be a sensational revelation to those involved, just a catharsis for me to write it since these developments, while welcome in many respects, are not without major challenges! We can only wish those facing them the very best since the future of our club depends on them.

Confirmed. All games OFF!

Rangers may refuse to play at Pittodrie tomorrow, and at home to Napoli on Tuesday, on the grounds that being grief-stricken might cause them to lose four games in a row! Mind you, at least this would mean being grief-stricken before kick-off, instead of after!

As of 6 mins ago: The SPFL will meet this morning to make a decision on those matches after official government guidance recommended that sports bodies consider cancelling events on the day of the state funeral, but have no obligation to do so on other days during the period of national mourning. On that basis, the Ayr game should go ahead but..........................

Still awaiting a decision from SPFL about tomorrow's game. Obviously no contingency plan in place. Mind you, in fairness, who'd have expected a 96 year-old to die???

Actually, may not be the same one since article says "Mathias Pogba, also a footballer".......................

21 June 7:30 Alloa Ath (a) From https://www.alloaathletic.co.uk/2022/06/06/pre-season-friendlies/

And with Queen's having scheduled midweek fixtures and a backlog, we could be looking at five games a week on a pitch already in poor condition!

As you know, courtesy of the SPFL's annual gift to Jags Fans, we are headed for the Frozen North in Bah Humbug time! We are sharing the coach to Inverness on Boxing Day with the Jordanhill/John Lambie Branch so seats are as limited as the attendance is likely to be. It is, however, important that we know which non-members are intending to travel and that any changes to bookings made are communicated to us as soon as possible. Basically, if you book a seat and then don't use it you will almost certainly be depriving some one else of the chance to avoid the obligatory diet of left over turkey and alka seltzer! Details as below: Pick-ups Milngavie Railway Station – 09:00 Esquire House, Anniesland – 09:20 Jordanhill Station – 09:30 Maryhill Community Central Halls – 09:50 The bus will stop in Aviemore for lunch (approx. 1 hour depending on arrival time) returning straight back to Glasgow after the match. Fares: Full fare – £25 Concessions – £15 Please remember that the wearing of a face covering is mandatory at all times when on the North-West bus and will remain so until government guidelines are changed. To book North-West seats please email [email protected]

Pick ups: Milngavie Railway Station – 12:00 Esquire House, Anniesland – 12:20 Maryhill Community Central Halls – 12:35 Fares: Full fare – £16 Concessions – £10 Please remember that the wearing of a face covering is mandatory at all times when on the North-West bus and will remain so until government guidelines are changed. To book seats please email [email protected]

Pick ups: Milngavie Railway Station – 12:15 pm Esquire House, Anniesland – 12:35 pm Maryhill Community Central Halls – 12:50 pm Fares for non-members: Full fare: £12.00 Concession : £7.5 Please remember that the wearing of a face covering is mandatory at all times when on the North-West bus and will remain so until government guidelines are changed. To book a seat please email [email protected] and state where you will join the bus. Please note that Tickets must be purchased in advance of the match as there is no option to pay at the turnstiles. Away Fans: Ayr Utd will issue a link for purchase on their website Away Fans have been allocated the West Stand (seating).

Pick ups: Milngavie Railway Station – 12:40pm Esquire House, Anniesland – 1:00 pm Maryhill Community Central Halls – 1:15 pm Fares for non-members: Full fare: £11.00 Concession : £6.5 Please remember that the wearing of a face covering is mandatory at all times when on the North-West bus and will remain so until government guidelines are changed. To book a seat please email [email protected] and state where you will join the bus.

Pick ups: Milngavie Railway Station – 5:45 pm Esquire House, Anniesland – 6:05 pm Maryhill Community Central Halls – 6:20 pm Fares for non-members: Full fare: £11.00 Concession : £6.5 Please remember that the wearing of a face covering is mandatory at all times when on the North-West bus and will remain so until government guidelines are changed. To book a seat please email [email protected] and state where you will join the bus.

Hamilton: Pick ups: Milngavie Railway Station – 18:00 Esquire House, Anniesland – 18:20 Maryhill Community Central Halls – 18:35 Fares: Full fare – £11 Concessions – £6.50 Please remember that the wearing of a face covering is mandatory at all times when on the North-West bus and will remain so until government guidelines are changed. To book seats please email [email protected]

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Times for the North-West bus for Dumfries Milngavie Railway Station 1630 Esquire Anniesland 1650 Maryhill CC Halls. 1705 Full Fare: £16.00 Concession: £10.00 At the time of writing, Queens have advised that: "Both Home and Away fans will have cash and card options to purchase tickets on the day. This located at the usual ticket offices inside the arena, and one either end of the BDS Stand. Away fans should go to the ticketing office near the away end which is located at the BDS stand in which stewards can guide you." Given the way this has been changed at the last minute, those travelling should check on QosFC: Admission Prices to ensure this remains the case. For the foreseeable future, the North-West will be operating at reduced capacity to ensure adequate spacing on buses. Early booking is, therefore, recommended. Additionally, please remember that the wearing of a face covering is mandatory at all times when on the North-West bus and will remain so until government guidelines are changed. To book a seat please contact [email protected]

Raith Rovers have confirmed that there will be a cash gate on Sunday, but it is at the home end so Jags fans who haven't purchased tickets online will need to walk down there - to walk back up to get in. Link for online ticketing is here.

Times for the North-West bus for Kirkcaldy on Sunday 26 September: Milngavie Railway Station 1210 Esquire Anniesland 1230Maryhill CC Halls. 1245 Full Fare: £13.00 Concession: £8.00 We will be going straight to, and returning straight from, this fixture. For the foreseeable future, the North-West will be operating at reduced capacity to ensure adequate spacing on buses. Early booking is, therefore, recommended. Additionally, please remember that the wearing of a face covering is mandatory at all times when on the North-West bus and will remain so until government guidelines are changed. To book a seat please contact [email protected]

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Pick ups: Milngavie Railway Station – 09:00 Esquire House, Anniesland – 09:20 Maryhill Community Central Halls – 09:35 Fares: Full fare – £25 Concessions – £15 We stop for approximately one hour at Aviemore on the way up and come straight back after the game. Please remember that the wearing of a face covering is mandatory at all times when on the North-West bus and will remain so until government guidelines are changed. To book seats please email [email protected]

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Times for the North-West bus for Stranraer (Kick-off 1:00 pm) on Saturday 04 September: Milngavie Railway Station 0930 Esquire Anniesland 0950 Maryhill CC Halls. 1005 Full Fare: £16.00 Concession: £10.00 We will be going straight to, and returning straight from, this fixture and, as the ground may not offer any catering, and is some distance from the centre of the town, you might want to consider bringing sandwiches/soft drinks. Additionally, please remember that the wearing of a face covering is mandatory at all times when on the North-West bus and will remain so until government guidelines are changed. To book seats please email [email protected]

Sorry, all available non-member seats are now taken!

Sorry, all available non-member seats are now taken! 1130 from Milngavie Railway Station 1150 from Esquire House, Anniesland 1205 from Maryhill Community Central Halls Full fare £17.00 Concession £10.50 Please note that face coverings will be compulsory on North-West Buses, unless individuals are medically exempt or exempt by age, and that this will remain the case until current Scottish Government guidelines are amended. We will be operating, at least initially, at very reduced capacity and no traveller will be required to sit beside anyone, unless they are part of a “social bubble” with that person. Because of that, a very limited number of non-member seats are available and booking enquiries should be sent to [email protected]