article_snippet.sent: Yet the lengths to which the SPFL will go to show love to those broadcasters who hold a gun to no hostages heads has become a source of growing, simmering public fury.
article_snippet.sent: In return for which they regard SPFL football with indifference.
article_snippet.sent: most — Leanne Dempster of Hibs and Hearts owner Ann Budge especially — the issue is one of fairness.
article_snippet.sent: It's important for the league to consult with all of the interested parties, particularly the clubs who are the connecting point with the fans. '
article_snippet.sent: Neil Doncaster (SPFL chief) has been challenged by a number of different parties and I think it's important Neil Doncaster (SPFL chief) listens and tries to come up with a pragmatic solution.'
article_snippet.sent: Most accept Neil Doncaster (SPFL chief) is the paid hand of the most influential clubs in Scotland, with little real executive authority.
article_snippet.sent: His job is to act as a human shield for clubs and to put lipstick on a pig of a broadcasting deal.
article_snippet.sent: Ultimately there's always a balance between the needs of the broadcasters and the needs of the clubs, the needs of the supporters and sponsors. '
article_snippet.sent: Of subscriber boycotts or ending the abusive relationship with broadcasters altogether and streaming SPFL games online on a pay-per-view basis.