"Sustained online abuse, threatening and derogatory behaviour directed towards both myself and my family, and libellous comments made in writing and online, have now crossed an unacceptable line. What began as criticism relating to football matters has escalated into behaviour that is impacting my personal life, family, household, and business interests. This situation is no longer tolerable, and I cannot allow my continued association with the club to negatively and distressfully affect myself and those closest to me."
"A club spokesperson said: "Everyone at the club would like to thank John for his efforts and dedication in his time at the club, and wish him all the best for the future. "Online and in-person abuse of any kind towards players, staff, officials or supporters is completely unacceptable and has no place in football or in society." Manager Dougie Imrie left the club in November to take over at Raith Rovers. The Cappielow side currently sit sixth in the Championship."
John Laird stood down as Greenock Morton chairman with immediate effect due to sustained online abuse, threats, and libellous comments directed at him and his family. Criticism that began as football-related issues escalated into personal attacks affecting his personal life, household, and business interests. Laird has been associated with the club for more than four decades and took over as chairman in 2023. The club thanked him for his efforts and condemned online and in-person abuse. Manager Dougie Imrie left in November, and the team currently sits sixth in the Championship.
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