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HALL OF FAME HONOUR FOR JOHN THOMSON

CELTIC goalkeeping legend John Thomson will be inducted into the Scottish Football Hall of Fame. And in a break with tradition, his inclusion has been announced ahead of the gala dinner in November.

Thomson was only 22 when he tragically died following a collision with Rangers striker Sam English during a game at Ibrox on September 5, 1931.

Although still a young man, John Thomson had already established himself as Celtic’s first-choice goalkeeper and had made 188 appearances for the club following his debut against Cowdenbeath in November 1929. He was also Scotland’s No.1 goalkeeper by the time of his tragic and untimely death.

Over the past two years, John Thomson has received many nominations for the Hall of Fame, including one from Prime Minister, Gordon Brown.

The Prime Minister, who is a Fife MP, from where the Celtic keeper came from, said: “John Thomson would have been 100 years old next year and it would be a fitting tribute for this local hero to be given his rightful place alongside Scotland's football elite.”

Inductees into the Scottish Football Hall of Fame are those truly great players, managers and officials who have reached the pinnacle of their profession and have made a significant contribution to Scottish football’s reputation through their skill, spirit and determination.

The Hall of Fame is a permanent feature in the Scottish Football Museum at Hampden Park.

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Tommy Burns a true Celtic legend and ex player and manager passes away

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It is with great sadness that Celtic Football Club confirmed this morning that Tommy Burns has passed away.

Tommy, a true Celtic Legend and wonderful man will be sadly missed by us all.

Clearly, our thoughts are very much with Tommy's wife Rosemary and his family at this extremely difficult time.

A further announcement will be issued in due course.

TOMMY BURNS RIP

Another Celtic legend Tommy Burns sadly passed away this morning.

Tommy was very much a big big help to The Affiliation of Registered CSC’S throughout his years with Celtic Football Club.

The fact that he has now gone will take a long long time to sink in with Celtic supporters throughout the world; our thoughts are with Tommy’s wife Rosemary and his family and friends at this very sad time.

This puts everything into perspective.

Tommy Burns RIP you will never walk alone.

MICK DINNING (SECRETARY)

CHAIRMAN: WE LOVED TOMMY AS ONE OF OUR OWN

CELTIC Chairman John Reid has described Tommy Burns as ‘a true gentleman’ and spoke of the immense sadness the Celtic family feels at the news of Tommy’s death.

The Chairman said: “The passing of Tommy Burns is devastating news and my sincere and heartfelt sympathies go to Rosemary and Tommy's family.

“Tommy is someone who was loved by so many of us. He was a man of true integrity and dignity. As a Celtic player, manager and coach, Tommy served Celtic with distinction and true professionalism.

“He was a true gentleman and someone who had the ability to connect and engage with anyone he met.

“As Celtic supporters we recognised Tommy as one of our own and Tommy in turn was always delighted to spend time in the company of fellow fans.

“It was a privilege to know Tommy Burns. He was a man who gave so much to the club he loved over so many years.

“Tommy's passing will be mourned by the entire Celtic family.

He will be hugely missed by us all, but he is someone we will never ever forget.”

GENTLEMAN

Tommy Burns was a much-loved figure among the Celtic supporters and they paid tribute to him this morning.

Peter Rafferty, of the Affiliation of Registered Celtic Supporters' Clubs, said: "I knew Tommy very well both as a friend and obviously through his connections with Celtic. I got to know him over many years.

"He was a true gentleman and a big family man. I would just like to pass my condolences on to Rosemary and his family on behalf of the Celtic supporters.

"Celtic was a big part of his life but the biggest part of his life was his family. He became a grandfather a few weeks ago and that is the biggest tragedy.

"Legend is a word that is used quite a lot these days but he was. He was a great player with Celtic first and foremost.

"He was a manager who played football the way Celtic supporters like to see it.

"All these things pale into insignificance this morning. He was a very nice person, a very religious person.

"If you needed anything, Tommy Burns would always be there for you."

JIMMY JOHNSTONE MEMORIAL FUND

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CLUB CALLS ON FANS TO CONTINUE POSITIVE SUPPORT

CELTIC Football Club today called on its supporters to continue their positive backing of the club and to continue to observe recently introduced SPL/SFA rules on unacceptable conduct.

Celtic Chief Executive Peter Lawwell said: “Celtic supporters have become famous for the positive manner in which they support their club and we thank our fans sincerely for this backing.

“As we move into a New Year, we once again call on our fans to show the great support which characterises them and to continue to observe the rules which have been introduced by the footballing authorities.

“Great strides have been made in this area and we are very pleased with the response which we have received from fans. However, it is important that together we continue to be mindful of our responsibilities.

“Fundamentally, as a family club, open to everyone, Celtic fully supports these new guidelines.

“Celtic will not tolerate any form of unacceptable conduct by supporters and will take the appropriate action whenever anyone attempts to bring the club’s name into disrepute.

“In addition, severe penalties have been put in place by the footballing authorities which could affect individuals and indeed the club itself.

“All supporters should be fully aware of the potential impact on the club of any form of negative or unacceptable conduct.

"Celtic fans time and time again show their tremendous backing for the club at home and abroad.

“We are sure that our supporters will continue to observe these rules and continue to represent the club in such a positive manner.”

Mick Dinning, Secretary of the Affiliation of Registered Celtic Supporters’ Clubs, said: “We fully support the new initiative set up with the SFA & SPL in conjunction with Celtic FC.

“We would ask fans to adhere to the new rules and regulations as it is in the best interests of the club.

“We are now sure that genuine supporters understand that there is the possibility of points being deducted from us. This, of course, could happen to us this season if we do not maintain our high standards.

“We ask fans to do what we do best - get behind the team vocally, keeping in mind our responsibility to Celtic FC.”

Joe O’Rourke, General Secretary of the Celtic Supporters’ Association, commented: “As we move into the second year of the SPL/UEFA Guidelines for behaviour at football matches, guidelines which we fully support, we would like to commend the Celtic supporters for their exemplary behaviour, and ask them to continue to strive to support both Celtic FC and the club’s Social Mission Statement to the best of their ability.

“The great worldwide reputation of the Celtic support has been built up over many years by several generations of supporters. It is up to this generation, to maintain and improve it.

“We ask all the supporters to respect these guidelines and to continue to behave in a manner that makes us all proud to be Celtic supporters."

CELTIC FOOTBALL CLUB WILL NOT TOLERATE UNACCEPTABLE CONDUCT AT CELTIC PARK OR AT AWAY FOOTBALL STADIA

Unacceptable Conduct is conduct which is violent or disorderly

Violent conduct includes any actual, attempted or threatened physical

violence against any person, or intentional damage to property

Disorderly conduct includes:

Conduct which stirs up or sustains, or is likely or is designed to stir up

or sustain, hatred or ill will against or towards individuals or groups of people because of:

Gender
Colour, race, nationality (including citizenship) or ethnic or national origin
Membership or presumed membership, of a religious group or of a

social or cultural group with perceived religious affiliation
sexual orientation
transgender identity
disability

using threatening, abusive or insulting words or conduct

displaying writing or any other thing which is threatening, abusive or insulting

A DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF UNACCEPTABLE CONDUCT IS SET OUT BELOW.

A person present at or in the immediate environs of an Official Match

engages in Unacceptable Conduct where their conduct is violent and/or disorderly.

Conduct is violent where there is (i) actual, attempted or threatened physical violence against a person or persons;

or (ii) intentional damage to property.

Disorderly conduct includes (i) conduct which stirs up or sustains or

is likely or designed to stir up or sustain, hatred or ill will against or towards

a group of persons based on their membership or presumed membership

of a group defined by reference to a category mentioned below

or against an individual who is or is presumed to be a member of such

group; (ii) using threatening, abusive or insulting words or conduct; or (iii)

displaying any writing or other thing which is threatening, abusive or insulting.

“Presumed” means presumed by the person or persons engaged in the conduct.

The categories referred to above are:-

female or male gender;

colour, race, nationality (including citizenship) or ethnic or national origin;

membership of a religious group or of a social or cultural group with a perceived religious affiliation;

sexual orientation;

transgender identity; and

disability.

“Religious group” means a group of persons defined by reference to

their religious belief or lack of religious belief, membership of or

adherence to a church or religious organisation, support for the culture

and traditions of a church or religious organisation and/or participation in

activities associated with such a culture or such traditions.

“Transgender identity” means any one or more of transvestism, transsexualism,

inter-sexuality or change of gender.

”Disability” means physical or mental impairment of any kind.

This list is not exhaustive and must be read in conjunction with the Stadium Regulations.

ANY PERSON ENGAGING IN UNACCEPTABLE CONDUCT MAY BE

SUBJECT TO ANY, OR A COMBINATION OF THE FOLLOWING:

Removal from the Stadium
Suspension from attending Official Matches involving Celtic Football Club
Indefinite ban from attending Official Matches involving Celtic Football Club
Report to the police and possible criminal proceedings

Celtic Football Club was established in 1888 as a Club open to all.

Further information on the Club’s origins and Celtic’s Social Mission Statement can be found on www.celticfc.net.

New painting of Jimmy Johnstone

the greatest ever Celtic player

Is launched in the No 7 Restaurant at Celtic Park.

The painting is shown below with artist George Smith standing between his previous painting of the King of Kings, Henrik Larsson

43rd Anniversary of Celtic FC

becoming the first ever British cup to uplift the

European Cup

Thursday 25th May 1967

FAREWELL TO WEE JINKY

Jimmy Johnstone Tribute Fund

Jimmy Johnstone Tribute Fund
In aid of the Scottish Motor Neurone Disease Association

the print is now only available through the Celtic Stores exclusively

all sales of the print through the Celtic Stores

a percentage will go to SMNDA

View the artist’s Celtic Collection on
www.artbhoy.co.uk

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