Overview
- Lawwell will depart at the end of the month, with long‑serving non‑executive director Brian Wilson set to serve as interim chairman while a permanent successor is sought.
- Chief executive Michael Nicholson and majority shareholder Dermot Desmond condemned the threats and praised Lawwell’s long service to the club.
- Supporter unrest has intensified this season following a Champions League qualifying exit to Kairat Almaty, a League Cup final loss to St Mirren and ongoing anger over transfer strategy.
- Reports this month said Police Scotland has been examining an alleged intimidation campaign involving anti‑board posters and stickers near directors’ homes.
- Lawwell’s exit also triggers a handover of his roles with European Football Clubs, which said it is working with him on a smooth transition.