der Berliner 3,288 Posted March 4, 2012 Share Posted March 4, 2012 Something that just sprang to mind ... given that HMRC wins the case (and we for the time being just accept it), wouldn't it be the supporters' as much as the club's obligation to pay this EBT bill? The reasoning is quite simple: if it is true that we "paid" these players from/via the EBTs and they brought success to the club in one way or another, the "service" as such has been done but not been paid for in full. So while it would hurt now, we would simply pay for the success we had back then. Not ideal and sure not much of a topic if we win the case (and HMRC do not pursue it till the end of days), but methinks we all agree to an extent that we probably walked some sort of a grey-area tightrope. People will sure come and claim that SDM's to blame and should pay up ... but coming from a Germany background were players and staff are usually paid by club membership schemes et al, I think the success we bought back then needs to be paid for. If SDM and cohorts take in part in that, all the better ... and it would sure raise their status amongst the Bears, if only a little. 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Dutchy Posted March 4, 2012 Share Posted March 4, 2012 The admins are the court's men and if they show any hint of impartiality, they will be jobless in no time. Or so I am told. Admins interview in the Scotsman The admins are there to work in the best interests of the creditors, the main one being CW, or so he claims. Just because the admins claim that they are wanting CW to give up his shares, that doesn't mean he will, or they can compel him to. It also raises the question of how serious they are about getting his shares, considering they were appointed by CW. 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
laudrup11 0 Posted March 4, 2012 Share Posted March 4, 2012 how long does it take for accounts to be audited ? does anyone know ? 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
forlanssister 3,059 Posted March 4, 2012 Share Posted March 4, 2012 how long does it take for accounts to be audited ?does anyone know ? Even if audited accounts are filed on time the fact that we are delinquent with the PAYE and no payment plan is in place prevents us from playing in Europe next season. 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bluedell 5,356 Posted March 4, 2012 Share Posted March 4, 2012 how long does it take for accounts to be audited ?does anyone know ? I'd be surprised if the accounts have not already been audited. They will just not be signed off due to a number of reasons, including Whyte's fraudulent use of off balance sheet finance. 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
forlanssister 3,059 Posted March 4, 2012 Share Posted March 4, 2012 I'd be surprised if the accounts have not already been audited. They will just not be signed off due to a number of reasons, including Whyte's fraudulent use of off balance sheet finance. Interesting choice of word there from someone not known for hyperbole ! 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
juffery 0 Posted March 4, 2012 Share Posted March 4, 2012 I'm sorry, but European football is the last thing on my mind. I'm more concerned about having a team - a competitive one - in the SPL next season. 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
der Berliner 3,288 Posted March 4, 2012 Share Posted March 4, 2012 Even if audited accounts are filed on time the fact that we are delinquent with the PAYE and no payment plan is in place prevents us from playing in Europe next season. Of course, it is not March 31st just yet. 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
forlanssister 3,059 Posted March 4, 2012 Share Posted March 4, 2012 Of course, it is not March 31st just yet. Nor April 1st either. 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
pete 2,499 Posted March 4, 2012 Share Posted March 4, 2012 The holding of 140 years of history is more important than a few seasons in Europe. 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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