US EditionCeltic settle historic child abuse cases following class action lawsuit
- Celtic FC has settled over 20 legal claims, agreeing to pay a seven-figure sum, related to historical abuse at Celtic Boys Club, following a class action lawsuit launched by around 30 former players.
- The settlements address sexual offenses against teenage players that spanned decades, with several former coaches and officials at the boys' club having been convicted in recent years.
- Lawyers for the former players argued that Celtic and the boys club were closely connected and that the senior club was vicariously liable for the abuse, with a judge giving the go-ahead for the class action in 2023.
- Laura Connor of Thompsons Solicitors, representing the plaintiffs, stated that her clients wanted their voices heard and that the compensation confirms the relationship between Celtic FC and Celtic Boys Club.
- While Celtic previously argued it was separate from the Boys Club, the settlements suggest acceptance of responsibility, though some survivors feel the protracted legal battle compounded their trauma, with further settlements expected in the coming weeks and eight cases remaining outstanding.
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The Herald ScotlandCeltic settle historic child abuse cases following class action lawsuit
Celtic FC have reached a settlement on more than 20 legal claims of historic child abuse for a seven-figure sum
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