loathing of Rangers FC, having been quoted as saying "Ah cannae stand the bastards". He also held an executive box at the home of Celtic football club. The SPFL refused to investigate the connection and possible conflict of interest between MacLennan, Celtic and the SPFL. In March 2018, he was appointed as chairman of Independent News & Media (INM). He also received an Honorary Doctorate at the University of Paisley. References 1949 births Living people British newspaper executives Scottish chief executives Scottish Professional Football League Telegraph Media Group