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The National (Scotland)
The National (Scotland)
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David Irvine

Reason for minute's applause ahead of Hibs vs Rangers

A minute's applause will take place ahead of the match between Hibernian and Rangers.

The Easter Road club have planned a mark of respect to honour the late former owner Sir Tom Farmer.

The founder of Kwik Fit, and saviour of Hibernian FC, passed away aged 84.

Rangers issued a message to supporters ahead of the match to make them aware of the tribute before kick-off.

It read: "Please be aware, there will be a minute of applause ahead of kick-off in memory of Sir Tom Farmer and supporters who have passed away throughout the season."

Hibs will also honour supporters who have sadly passed away throughout the season.

A Hibs update read: "Tribute messages and photos of Hibs supporters who have passed away throughout the season will be shown on the stadium screens at 11:55am ahead of the game. The tribute will last around 15 minutes.

"If you wish to watch the tribute and pay your respects, please arrive in plenty of time."

A spokesperson for the family of Sir Tom Farmer said: “Sir Tom died peacefully at home in Edinburgh on Friday, May 9th. Sir Tom’s long and extensive career touched many aspects of Scottish and UK life.

"His business career is well documented, as was his commitment to philanthropy, his many public roles and his unwavering support and appreciation for the communities and people that he lived his life within."

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