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Sport
UK Guide 2026 : Scotland
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CMS has provided advice to the Scottish FA on issues involving dual interest rules and multi-club ownership issues. In the past year it has advised the Scottish FA on applications from investors in multiple clubs who had involvement in other clubs, over whether or not to grant consent.
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The service is very good, they're very responsive. We never have to wait too long to get a response, we've always a very high level of service.
Sport respondentUKThe team is attentive and responsive, and has detailed knowledge of sports regulations.
Sport respondentUKThey have an intrinsic understanding of the work that I undertake. It's a small team but always available within a suitable timescale; responsiveness is never an issue.
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Band 2 Neeraj Thomas
Neeraj Thomas is noted for his burgeoning reputation in disciplinary and regulatory matters. His clients include a broad spectrum of governing bodies, clubs and athletes.
Neeraj is committed and knowledgeable. He is very good to work with.
Sport respondentUKNeeraj has lots of experience; he knows these cases very well and the best way to run them in terms of procedure.
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