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Daily Record
3 days ago
- Sport
- Daily Record
Ross Doohan to answer Scotland SOS as Steve Clarke looks to ease goalkeeper crisis
He is in line to win a first cap in Vaduz against Liechtenstein as he gets set to join up with the squad ahead of jetting out Ross Doohan looks set to answer Scotland 's goalkeeping SOS ahead of Monday's friendly with Liechtenstein. The Aberdeen shotstopper - who has penned a pre-contract with first club Celtic - is in line to win a first cap in Vaduz. Steve Clarke was forced into a frantic search for cover after Angus Gunn limped out of Friday's defeat to Iceland after just two minutes. Untried Ciaran Slicker was thrown into action but, with just nine minutes of football under his belt in the last 22 months, froze on the big occasion and was at fault for all three goals in the 3-1 defeat. To add to Clarke's woes back-up Robby McCrorie was injured in the warm-up meaning the Kilmarnock keeper and Gunn join a lengthy goalkeeping casualty list that had already seen Craig Gordon, Liam Kelly and Zander Clark ruled out. Now Doohan looks set to join up with the squad ahead of flying out to Liechtenstein on Sunday. The 27-year-old made 18 appearances for the Dons last season and was capped right through the youth ranks up to U-21 level where he made 13 appearances. Bournemouth kid Callan McKenna has also been training with the squad. But the 18-year-old former Queen's Park keeper will likely just be cover. Speaking after Friday's defeat Clarke said: "It's difficult for Cieran. I feel for him. "He got thrown into a situation where he maybe wasn't quite ready for it. But Craig's injured, Liam Kelly's injured, Zander Clark was injured. "I mentioned back in March that it was something I thought might come back to bite us. The only good thing is it came in a friendly match. "For sure I'll try and call up another goalkeeper. I've had young Callan McKenna who's just turned 18-years of age, training with us and he'll travel. I'll see if I can find another one somewhere in Scotland that's not on holiday." Follow Record Sport on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram for all of the up-to-the minute breaking news, video and audio on the SPFL, the Scotland national team and beyond. You can get all the news you need on our dedicated Rangers and Celtic pages, and sign up to our newsletters to make sure you never miss a beat throughout the season. We're also WhatsApp where we bring all the latest breaking news and transfer gossip directly to you phone. Join our Rangers community here and our Celtic community here. Tune in to Hotline Live every Sunday to Thursday and have your say on the biggest issues in Scottish football and listen to Record Sport's newest podcast, Game On, every Friday for your sporting fix, all in bitesize chunks.
Belfast Telegraph
21-05-2025
- Politics
- Belfast Telegraph
Stormont has abandoned ‘solemn duty and responsibility to protect people', says Police Federation
Liam Kelly said the PSNI Recovery Plan has been shredded because no funding has been allocated to secure the 7,000 officers, the force says it needs to police safely. Speaking at the Federation's conference in Enniskillen, Mr Kelly said the plan put forward by the Chief Constable Jon Boutcher was merely the beginning to re-build, and not an end in itself. The Federation said the PSNI lost 427 officers last year – including 199 who left due to ill health, 142 retired and 65 left the service voluntarily for alternative employment. Speaking to an audience, that included the Justice Minister Naomi Long, Mr Kelly said: 'I take no pleasure in telling you today that the Recovery Plan has been effectively shredded. 'It will not be happening unless there's a last-minute re-think by the Executive'. Mr Boutcher published the recovery plan last September, with aims to lift the PSNI officer numbers to 7,000 within three years at a cost of £200m.. 'The Department of Finance has recently informed the Chief Constable that it cannot find the money to support the Plan. 'To say there is disappointment would be a gross under-statement. It would be more accurate to say this Federation is appalled by this decision. It is a slap in the face to our officers'. He added that the decision not to fund new recruits amounted to 'abandonment by an elected administration'. 'The Recovery Plan was such a vital component in steadying the ship. But let's remember, it was just the beginning of a strategy to get us on to the first few rungs of the ladder. It was not an end in itself. 'According to research conducted by Leapwise, we actually need up to 8,500 officers to reflect our rising population. Right now, we're at 6,224 officers which is 2,276 shy of that, and nobody in Government seems to care or give a damn.' The Federation chair claimed that policing 'was at the back of the queue' when it came to financial allocations. 'The Service has been elbowed out of the mix when it comes to receiving a realistic budget. And let's not forget, if the Service doesn't get what it needs, it's our men and women who shoulder the full weight of doing more with less. 'This is yet further evidence of the scandalous disregard shown by both this devolved administration and the main 'paymaster' in London,' he added. In a last minute appeal to the Executive he urged them to 'change course and recognise the desperate need for urgent positive intervention before there is any further shocking damage done to our police service'. The Federation say there has been investment with planned increases in officer numbers and investment in England and Wales while in Northern Ireland, 'Neighbourhood Policing was in reverse with the loss of 400 dedicated officers'. 'We're expected to be everywhere, do everything, avert, divert and problem solve with an operational deployable total of around 4,500 officers. 'Minister, it cannot be done. We are at breaking point. We need a lifeline.' News Catch Up - Wednesday 21 May In the last year, there were 2,810 recorded assaults on police officers. 881 of these involved injury – a 9.9% decrease from 2023/2024. Mr Kelly added that over the last three years, 'there was a staggering total of 9,415 assaults. 2,826 of these involved injury'. 'Mindless thugs think it's ok to have a go. To take a swing at someone in uniform. To break a nose….a hand….an arm. Headbutt. Punch. Kick. Spit at. Ram a police vehicle. 'We must see strong minimum sentences and longer terms of imprisonment for more serious attacks on our men and women. 'The suspended sentence, measly fines and strong words of condemnation aren't enough to deal with this problem. Stiffer penalties produce results.' Mr Kelly asked the Justice Minister to look at how the issue has been successfully dealt with in Malta 'Between 2017 and 2024, following the introduction of heavier fines and longer custodial sentences, violent offending against police officers in Malta decreased by 67 per cent. 'Our Maltese colleagues expect the assault and attack figures on their officers to be at an all-time low this year.' Addressing the Justice Minister, Mr Kelly said: 'It is deterrent sentencing and fines like these that we require in Northern Ireland. In fact, it is long overdue. A clear, strong, no-nonsense message has to go out, that the days of a verbal rebuke, a suspended sentence or a derisory fine are over. 'This Federation will never give up striving for what is best for policing and we will never allow ourselves to be left feeling we're not a priority. We are the glue that holds our society together and the sooner that fact is properly recognised by our politicians the better.'
BBC News
21-05-2025
- Politics
- BBC News
PSNI: Stormont can't fund recruitment plan federation claims
The Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) has been told Stormont cannot find the money for a £200m plan to increase officer numbers, the Police Federation has at a conference in Enniskillen, its chairman, Liam Kelly, said he was "appalled" by the PSNI recently submitted a business case for the extra cash, which was being assessed by the Department of Kelly claimed the department recently told Chief Constable Jon Boutcher there is no money to support the plan. 'A slap in the face' Mr Boutcher's plan aims to increase officer numbers to 7,000 – the service currently has about 6,200 officers, the lowest in its 24-year is already under way, but the chief constable wanted his recovery plan funded on top of his annual Police Federation represents the organisation's rank and its annual conference, Mr Kelly said without a "last-minute rethink" by Stormont, the plan has been "effectively shredded". 'Slap in the face' He continued: "To say there is disappointment would be a gross understatement."It would be more accurate to say this federation is appalled by this decision."It is a slap in the face to our officers."He went on to state that he believed policing is "at the back of the queue" when it comes to budget allocations from Stormont."Nobody in government seems to care or give a damn," he remarked.A recent inspection report warned financial pressures are limiting what the PSNI is able to do, including monitoring violent offenders and neighbourhood patrolling.
Yahoo
14-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
TFX Q1 Earnings Call: Guidance Cut and Strategic Shifts Dominate Amid Tariff Headwinds
Medical technology company Teleflex (NYSE:TFX) met Wall Street's revenue expectations in Q1 CY2025, but sales fell by 5% year on year to $700.7 million. Its non-GAAP profit of $2.91 per share was 0.9% above analysts' consensus estimates. Is now the time to buy TFX? Find out in our full research report (it's free). Revenue: $700.7 million vs analyst estimates of $699 million (5% year-on-year decline, in line) Adjusted EPS: $2.91 vs analyst estimates of $2.88 (0.9% beat) Adjusted EBITDA: $200 million vs analyst estimates of $189.4 million (28.5% margin, 5.6% beat) Adjusted EPS guidance for the full year is $13.40 at the midpoint, missing analyst estimates by 4.9% Operating Margin: 17.9%, up from -0.6% in the same quarter last year Free Cash Flow Margin: 6.2%, down from 10.1% in the same quarter last year Constant Currency Revenue fell 3.8% year on year (3.8% in the same quarter last year) Market Capitalization: $5.6 billion Teleflex's first quarter performance reflected ongoing challenges in several business lines, as management cited lower demand in its OEM and Interventional Urology segments, as well as the impact of volume-based procurement in China. CEO Liam Kelly noted that Vascular Access and Interventional product lines showed year-over-year growth, with double-digit gains in peripherally inserted central catheters (PICCs) and intra-aortic balloon pumps in the Americas. He also pointed to strong early demand for new products like the AC3 range Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump following recent FDA clearance. Looking ahead, management revised its full-year adjusted EPS guidance downward, driven by $55 million in new tariffs and persistent macroeconomic pressures on costs. CFO John Deren described multiple mitigation efforts, including optimizing the supply chain, leveraging trade exemptions, and selective pricing increases. Still, Deren acknowledged that, 'the current tariff environment is disappointing,' and said most mitigation strategies would take time to impact results, leaving near-term profitability below initial expectations. Teleflex's management addressed a mix of operational headwinds, strategic transactions, and product pipeline updates that impacted first quarter results and will influence the business going forward. OEM and UroLift Weakness: The largest revenue declines stemmed from the OEM segment due to lost customer contracts and inventory management, and continued pressure on UroLift in Interventional Urology, especially in U.S. office settings. Management expects sequential improvement in OEM orders throughout the year as contract anniversaries pass. China Procurement and Regional Volatility: Revenue in Asia fell due to volume-based procurement initiatives in China, which led to significant destocking. CEO Liam Kelly expects China and broader Asia Pacific to recover gradually in coming quarters as these effects abate. Vascular Access and Interventional Growth: Vascular Access saw double-digit growth in PICCs and continued strength in EZ-IO, while Interventional benefited from robust demand for intra-aortic balloon pumps in the Americas and new product launches like the AC3 range, which recently received FDA clearance. Product Pipeline Advancements: Management highlighted positive preliminary clinical results for the Ringer Perfusion Balloon Catheter and the expanded indication for QuikClot Control+, which increases its addressable market in the U.S. by over $150 million. Separation and M&A Activity: Teleflex is progressing with plans to separate into two companies and to acquire BIOTRONIK's Vascular Intervention business. Management reported strong inbound interest in the potential NewCo spinoff or sale, with a parallel process underway to maximize shareholder value. Teleflex's outlook for the remainder of the year is shaped by efforts to offset cost pressures, evolving product mix, and the impact of global trade policies. Tariff Headwinds and Mitigation: The company faces $55 million in tariff costs for 2025, with management pursuing mitigation strategies including supply chain reconfiguration, maximizing USMCA exemptions, and targeted price increases. CFO John Deren confirmed that most tariff impacts will be felt in the second half of the year. Product Launches and Integration: The successful launch and commercialization of new products, particularly within the Interventional business, and the integration of BIOTRONIK's portfolio are expected to support revenue growth and margin stability. Strategic Separation Process: Execution of the planned business separation, and the potential sale of NewCo, will be a major focus. Management believes this will enable more targeted growth strategies and streamlined capital allocation, but short-term disruption is possible during the transition. Patrick Wood (Morgan Stanley): Asked about OEM demand trends amid supply chain shifts and long-term focus on vascular intervention. Management expects OEM demand to improve and is prioritizing cath lab presence post-BIOTRONIK acquisition. Michael Sarcone (Jefferies): Probed on timing and effectiveness of tariff mitigation strategies. CFO John Deren detailed actions underway but stressed most benefits will take time to materialize. Jayson Bedford (Raymond James): Inquired if Teleflex would consider selling parts of NewCo or only the entire business. CEO Liam Kelly said all options are being evaluated to maximize shareholder value. Craig Bijou (Bank of America): Sought updates on Interventional Urology—specifically UroLift and Palette performance. Management confirmed Palette's strong double-digit growth and ongoing UroLift headwinds, especially in the U.S. Anthony Petrone (Mizuho): Requested details on BIOTRONIK integration and expected revenue synergies. CEO Liam Kelly emphasized leveraging complementary sales channels in the Americas and EMEA, and highlighted R&D and clinical trial opportunities. In the next few quarters, the StockStory team will monitor (1) the pace of OEM and China business recovery as contract and procurement headwinds subside, (2) the impact and effectiveness of tariff mitigation strategies on margins, and (3) the BIOTRONIK acquisition's integration progress and new product commercialization. Execution of the proposed business separation and clarity on the outcome of the NewCo sale or spin-off process will also be key focus areas. Teleflex currently trades at a forward P/E ratio of 8.6×. Should you double down or take your chips? Find out in our free research report. 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Daily Record
07-05-2025
- Sport
- Daily Record
Jack Butland sees 2 Rangers paths drawn out as one time £47m man tipped for ambitious Ibrox move
It's the latest news from all things Ibrox all in one place Jack Butland would have suitors if he decides to leave Rangers - but if he stays he will have a real hunger going into pre-season. That's the verdict of Richard Foster who reckons the England international would have been 'happy' to be taken out of the team after a number of high profile errors. Liam Kelly has since come in under interim boss Barry Ferguson and enjoyed a run in the team with Butland watching on. That included the Europa League quarter-final with Athletic Bilbao and the Old Firm showdown with Celtic. Foster agreed that taking out Butland was for the best and what it will do is spark a real fire in his belly for getting his jersey back come the summer. Speaking on Go Radio, he said: "I think Butland has done all he would need to do in terms of getting a move. "I don't think clubs are going to be 'right, we need a goalkeeper, let's go look at the last three games of the season'. "I think they've already made their mind up and if he is intent on leaving, then I think he will probably have suitors. He will have clubs come in for him. He's a fantastic goalkeeper. "He went through a bit of a rough patch and I agreed with the decision to take him out. "I think sometimes as players - it is not a selfish thing - but you just think you can play through it. But sometimes you just need to be removed from the situation. "I think what you would imagine is you will get a goalkeeper - if he is staying at Rangers - that he is hungry to prove over pre-season that he is going to come back in and be No1. "Then it becomes a good fight between him and Liam Kelly. "But I think deep down and in the cold light of day he was probably happy to be taken out. "He wasn't making mistakes every week. But then he was making quite basic errors for a goalkeeper of his quality. "If he is in the mindset that he wants to leave Rangers, then I think there will be clubs interested in him." Meanwhile, Alan Hutton reckons his old club would not be able to refuse offers in the region of £20million for Hamza Igamane. The attacker broke onto the scene after being used sparingly following his arrival and has shown glimpses of what he has to offer. Former Ibrox star Hutton doesn't think he is quite ready to go down to the EPL and be a regular starter - but he has shown technical ability and is improving weekly. Speaking to BoyleSports, who offer the latest football odds, Hutton was asked about Igamane and potential interest from North London and while he doesn't want to see him go, he reckons it's a move he couldn't turn down. "If there is a bid of around £20million I think that's something Rangers couldn't turn down. "They've not been great in the past in terms of when players maybe hit their ceiling in terms of value, they've not sold them on. I don't want to see him leave because I think he is a very good player and he's going to get better. But if they get a fee in that kind of region of £20m, I think they would have to take it. "Could Hamza Igamane thrive at Spurs? Yeah, of course. I think an opportunity to move to the Premier League is up there for every player. Everyone wants to play at the highest level possible. "I think that's the toughest league in football at this moment in time and to go to a club like Spurs, although they've not hit the heights this season, they'll be looking to the future. "They want to build. They want to get back up and compete at the higher end of the table. I think that would be a move that would excite any player. "So for him I think that would be a really strong, really good move. I don't want to see him leave, of course, but again, it all comes down to the fee. If that's there on the table, you can't turn that sort of money down." Elsewhere, Hutton reckons Timo Werner could be an instant hit in Scotland's top flight at Rangers. The Germany attacker has played at the top level for Stuttgart, RB Leipzig, Chelsea and Tottenham – famously joining the Blues from Leipzig for £47.5m in 2020. And the Ibrox favourite turned punter reckons his all round game would ensure he would score 'a barrel load' He added: "Would Timo Werner take the Premiership by storm? I'd like to think so. "With the pace that he has, and again, it's no disrespect, I think that the Scottish league has been good this season in terms of the developing teams below it all fighting for different spots, I think it's been good. It's still coming down a level from the Premier League, of course. "You'd be silly not to say that. So you'd like to think with the pace and attributes that he's got, if he can just calm himself down a little bit in front of goal, he could score a barrel load. "If you look at Daizen Maeda, he was very pacy and he struggled at first in terms of his finishing, but that's got much better over the previous seasons. "Just look at the numbers that he's putting up, I think Werner's somebody with those sorts of attributes that could go in and really score a number of goals for a club like Rangers."
