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Debate / investigate the alledged child abuse at Celtic Boys Club and Celtic FC
Rejected
21 signatures
What the petition asks
Alledge child abuse has been uncovered at Celtic Football club
The times newspaper has printed a story connecting the football club to the scandal but they claim to be a separate entity
In light of recent FA cases and cases in the US Celtic have tried to distance themselves deliberately
The times newspaper has printed a story connecting the football club to the scandal but they claim to be a separate entity
In light of recent FA cases and cases in the US Celtic have tried to distance themselves deliberately
MP’ s to debate the facts and rule whether Celtic fc should be made to pay compensation and face legal and SFA ruling body punishments
Why it was rejected
It asked for something that is not the responsibility of the UK Government or Parliament.
We can't accept your petition because the UK Government and Parliament aren't responsible for the issue you raise. Child protection, including inquiries into historic child abuse is devolved to the Scottish Government and Scottish Parliament.
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Timeline
| 30 May 2019 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 28 Jun 2019 | Rejected by the Petitions Committee |
Key facts
Signatures
21
Status
Rejected
Rejected
28 Jun 2019
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.