Celtic conduct ‘secret’ sex abuse probe

Daily Record

The Daily Record reports Celtic has been conducting a two-year investigation into child sex abuse involving former coaches at Celtic Boys Club. The development comes amid mounting criticism, most recently from two MSPs, about the club’s response to the scandal.

The Herald

The Herald reports Celtic will break their silence over historic sex abuse allegations in the next 24-hours by revealing details of a club inquiry into the scandal. The paper reports the probe has been headed by senior officials, legal counsel and third parties and has been conducted in “complete secrecy”.

Scottish Daily Express

The Scottish Daily Express also leads with the Celtic Boys Club sex abuse scandal and reports Celtic chief executive Peter Lawwell is expected to issue a statement on Saturday. The move follows the conviction of four former coaches in the last year with offences against children.

Daily Star

The Daily Star also leads with the Celtic sex abuse scandal and reports the club has been conducting an internal investigation.

Scottish Sun

The Scottish Sun leads with the conviction of the driver who killed 12-year-old schoolgirl Abbie McLaren in Motherwell. The paper reports the victim’s father was a passenger in the car which killed his daughter.

Scotsman

Liberal Democrat leadership contender Jo Swinson has vowed to fight for Scotland’s place in the UK, reports The Scotsman. The paper also features a portrait of a D-Day veteran ahead of events to commemorate the 75th anniversary.

The Times

The Times reports American President Donald Trump is set to meet Conservative leadership contender Boris Johnson during his state visit to the UK next week. The paper also reports retail tycoon Sir Philip Green has been charged with sexual misconduct in the US.