Discussions held on 'measures and protocols' which may allow SPFL Leagues 1 and 2, Highland League and North Juniors to restart their football season
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THE fate of Scottish football's lower leagues' season lies in the hands of Scottish Government ministers.
Play is currently suspended for all divisions below the Scottish Professional Football League (SPFL) Championship, including Leagues 1 and 2, the Highland League and North Junior league.
The Scottish Government's national clinical director, Professor Jason Leitch, revealed at the weekend how the Scottish FA has been in regular dialogue with the Scottish Government since the temporary suspension of football was implemented on January 12.
Read more: Jason Leitch says lower league football could yet resume play.
A Scottish FA spokesperson said: "Since then, a series of discussions have taken place via video conference with all leagues affected by the suspension, to establish the measures and protocols under which each might resume their competitions.
"This information has been shared with the Scottish Government and, while it has been positively received, we await a final decision from Ministers."
Rod Petrie, Scottish FA President: “We are grateful to all leagues, clubs and participants affected by the temporary suspension for their patience and understanding during this period of uncertainty.
"They have played their part in keeping the nation safe and restricting the potential spread of the virus.
“I would also like to thank the representatives from those leagues and clubs, who have been proactive and collaborative in giving their input into safe and sustainable plans for a to return to competition.
“These plans have already been discussed with government officials.
"We look forward to hearing when and in what circumstances those leagues which have been suspended can return to training and, ultimately, to playing.”
The divisions affected by the suspension are: SPFL League One, SPFL League Two, Scottish Women’s Football Premier Leagues 1 & 2, Highland League, Lowland League, East, West & South of Scotland Leagues, Scottish Junior FA Leagues and the North Caledonian League.
