MEETING OF CELTIC FC AND CELTIC FANS COLLECTIVE

Wednesday 18 February 2026 Celtic Park, Glasgow

Attendees:

Club Attendees: Brian Wilson (Interim Chairman), John Paul Taylor (Supporter Liaison Officer)
Kevin McQuillan (Head of Commercial Operations), George Campbell (Head of Legal and Governance)

Celtic Fans Collective: Paul Quigley, Andy McGregor, Jeanette Findlay, Kev Toner, Steph McGinn, Paul Thomson

 Agenda 

1. Introductions 
2. Opening statement from the Celtic Fans Collective outlining position and hopes for the meeting 
3. Response from Celtic PLC 
4. Substantive Items: Fan Engagement , Board and Executive Communications 
5. Summary and agreement on outcomes 
6. AOCB 

 The meeting broadly followed this structure, although discussion frequently overlapped across themes. 

Minutes 

1. Introductions 

Attendees were noted as above. 

Jeanette Findlay (JF) opened proceedings on behalf of the Celtic Fans Collective (CFC). 

2. Opening Statement – Celtic Fans Collective 

JF referenced the October meeting and subsequent correspondence. It was noted that expectations at that meeting had included improved communication, structured supporter engagement, and greater accountability. 

The Collective stated that, in their view, the situation had deteriorated significantly since October. Concerns outlined included: 

• The January transfer window and perceived lack of preparedness.
• The appointment and rapid departure of Wilfried Nancy.
• The removal of Paul Tisdale shortly before the January window.
• Continued absence of a Fans Forum despite commitments.
• The banning of the Green Brigade without prior engagement.
• Removing fan media access.
• Tone and conduct at the AGM.
• Interim financial results.
• A perceived pattern of shutting down supporter engagement channels.

JF referenced the recent AGM and stated that the tone and conduct of proceedings had further eroded trust. It was argued that remarks directed at sections of the support were widely perceived as dismissive and inflammatory. It was also noted that the Clubs’ written response to complaints from shareholders after the AGM contained significant inaccuracies. The Collective expressed the view that leadership during periods of tension required de-escalation and accountability, and that the approach taken both during and following the AGM has instead deepened division. JF emphasised that the Collective does not seek protest for its own sake but requires tangible and credible progress to report back to the wider support. 

The question was asked directly: what decisions could realistically be made in the room and what authority did the Interim Chair hold? 

3. Response – Celtic PLC 

Wilson (BW) confirmed he holds no unilateral authority and acts as Interim Chair reporting to the Board collectively.

BW stated his desire was to move the Club forward, acknowledge concerns raised, and seek mutual understanding. He expressed a wish for unity behind the team during a crucial sporting period but acknowledged that unity cannot be artificial.

Paul Quigley (PQ) responded that unity must be built on transparency, engagement and trust, and that any change in supporter behaviour would depend on meaningful progress.

BW stated he did not disagree with that principle.

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