Richard Skellett - Back On The Scene? (Old thread revived.... he’s not.)

[Hibs4185]

If I win the euromillions I’d happily do the STF role and ensure the club was safe for my lifetime. Maybe even fill in the corners and introduce a loyalty points system!

[ian cruise]

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was this global hibby?

There's been a few comments on here of late relsting to HSL that made me think global hibby was back undet a different name, or his inner circle were setting us up for another bid. The timing of this isn't a shock.

[ancient hibee]

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There's been a few comments on here of late relsting to HSL that made me think global hibby was back undet a different name, or his inner circle were setting us up for another bid. The timing of this isn't a shock.

The timing of what?

[Barney McGrew]

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The timing of what?

I assume he’s referring to the AGM on Wednesday?

[ian cruise]

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The timing of what?

The article and critical postings seem to be right in time for the AGM, stir up some discontent amongst fans then present us with a seemingly "White Knight" to step in after AGM.

[CropleyWasGod]

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The article and critical postings seem to be right in time for the AGM, stir up some discontent amongst fans then present us with a seemingly "White Knight" to step in after AGM.

Not sure the Sunday Times would be the appropriate place to "stir up some discontent". I'm not even sure that there is much discontent to be stirred up.... And that article, which is about him not Hibs, doesn't stir up anything IMO, other than a discussion of him and his history.

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[Viva_Palmeiras]

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I’m sorry but sales of £12.4 million and profits of £147,000 isn’t enough to buy Hibs and make us financially secure.

A small investor maybe but not to buy from STF. Need someone with far richer pockets to give us the secure platform STF has without putting extra cash in.

Will that be the profits that are innovatively shared with customers? So less than £75k?

[Jack]

I don't remember us being "in trouble" with the banks.

It was well known at the time the banks wanted out of football in general but that there was no issues between Hibs and our bankers. STF took advantage of the banks nervousness towards football and negotiated a deal which, given it went through, both parties were happy with.

[Ozyhibby]

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I don't remember us being "in trouble" with the banks.

It was well known at the time the banks wanted out of football in general but that there was no issues between Hibs and our bankers. STF took advantage of the banks nervousness towards football and negotiated a deal which, given it went through, both parties were happy with.

The Banks were desperate for cash and we helped them out. It was the right thing to do for the country. Proud of Hibs.


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[The Green Goblin]

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I seem to recall his 'plan' to the extent it could even be called that basically involved him putting up a bit of money, then fans contributing towards him buying the club. He essentially wanted to buy Hibs with the fans' money, and when that was pointed out it was toys out the pram, youse all don't deserve me.

In a nutshell.

[Dashing Bob S]

Like most rich men, I'm sure he has quite a few Skelletons in his cupboard.

[Woodrow]

Out of the frying pan into the fire ? ... or is it the other way about ? 🍳🍳🍳

[CropleyWasGod]

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Out of the frying pan into the fire ? ... or is it the other way about ?

He always wanted to conquer Castle Greyskull.

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[wookie70]

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It's not simply about the pubs. Our location has soul and character... near other city centre facilities..rather than the back of a retail park...

we are at the back of a retail park. lol Straiton would be easier for me but Easter Road has the best of all worlds. Great Stadium, Historic and meaningful location and brilliant transport links along with loads of parking options. Straiton may have made sense at the time to number crunchers but football, while ruled by money, is about so much more.

[hibsfan7]

Anyone know what the situation is with the mortgages on the stadium? Are they interest only? Just asking as it'll be 25 years since we built the FF and South in a couple of years time. Are we going to have to set up a new mortgage on them? Cannae see that helping us much...

[CropleyWasGod]

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Anyone know what the situation is with the mortgages on the stadium? Are they interest only? Just asking as it'll be 25 years since we built the FF and South in a couple of years time. Are we going to have to set up a new mortgage on them? Cannae see that helping us much...

We don't have any mortgages. The only debt we have is the loan from the holding company.

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[sauzee=legend]

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Anyone know what the situation is with the mortgages on the stadium? Are they interest only? Just asking as it'll be 25 years since we built the FF and South in a couple of years time. Are we going to have to set up a new mortgage on them? Cannae see that helping us much...

The FF and south are 25 years old - wow, that went fast!

[ian cruise]

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Not sure the Sunday Times would be the appropriate place to "stir up some discontent". I'm not even sure that there is much discontent to be stirred up.... And that article, which is about him not Hibs, doesn't stir up anything IMO, other than a discussion of him and his history.

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I meant the posting was stirring up discontent and the article was convenient that it came about promoting someone who wants to buy the club when others are trying to discredit the intentions behind HSL. Possibly just a coincidence.

[Eyrie]

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I assume he’s referring to the AGM on Wednesday?

There isn't a "Richard Skellett" listed as a shareholder if you look at Companies House, so would he be able to attend?

[hibsfan7]

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The FF and south are 25 years old - wow, that went fast!

Sure it was '95 they were built. 23 years - whoosh!

[Leithenhibby]

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Hi, I know Globalhibby and have vouched for him on here in the past. He is genuinely Hibs minded.

We are all genuinely, Hibs minded...
GGTTH

[hibsfan7]

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We don't have any mortgages. The only debt we have is the loan from the holding company.

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And this loan paid for rebuilding the stadium? Any idea what the terms were and what's outstanding? Or would you know where I can find the info?

[Tornadoes70]

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Like most rich men, I'm sure he has quite a few Skelletons in his cupboard.

Mon the Cabbage!!!

[Tornadoes70]

Sir Tom's stewardship has been amazing. From the tragedy that was Duff and Gray who would probably both admit they were to the improbable Skol Cup win and most recent capture of the Holy Grail. He's been a winner in business from an early age and has delivered a Hibernian success story. A legend and hopefully won't be remembered as the golden era but the pre cursor to ongoing success. God Bless Sir Tom Farmer.

Mon the Cabbage!!!

[Jamesie]

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The FF and south are 25 years old - wow, that went fast!

Not until 2020.

[Jamesie]

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And this loan paid for rebuilding the stadium? Any idea what the terms were and what's outstanding? Or would you know where I can find the info?

All details of our existing debt can be found here: http://www.hibernianfc.co.uk/news/5132

Put short, as matters stand we will be debt free by 2025, stadium included.

[CropleyWasGod]

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And this loan paid for rebuilding the stadium? Any idea what the terms were and what's outstanding? Or would you know where I can find the info?

The loan replaced the various loans and mortgages that we had.

At the end of June, it was just under £3.5m, repayable (broadly) at £500k pa, interest free.

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[CropleyWasGod]

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There isn't a "Richard Skellett" listed as a shareholder if you look at Companies House, so would he be able to attend?

There are many nominee shareholders, and it is possible that he may be behind one or more of them.

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[BILLYHIBS]

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Sir Tom's stewardship has been amazing. From the tragedy that was Duff and Gray who would probably both admit they were to the improbable Skol Cup win and most recent capture of the Holy Grail. He's been a winner in business from an early age and has delivered a Hibernian success story. A legend and hopefully won't be remembered as the golden era but the pre cursor to ongoing success. God Bless Sir Tom Farmer.

Mon the Cabbage!!!

The Sir Tom Farmer Stand or STF to go along with the FF has a certain ring to it

[cocteautwin]

700 employees and only £12m turnover? Something doesn't add up there.