With the SPFL scrambling to deal with the coronavirus’ impact, they submitted a resolution that would see the immediate curtailment of the Championship, League One and League Two campaigns.

Not only would the season end at those levels, but the same points-per-game system used to decide final positions in those divisions would be replicated in the Premiership should the SPFL board decide Covid-19 will prevent its resumption.

The body received 39 responses as of 5pm on Friday, with 85 per cent in favour of the resolution – but three clubs failed to make their stance known.

An SPFL spokesman said: “It is very important that clubs consider carefully the resolution and we are grateful to those clubs who have voted already.

“With the Ladbrokes Premiership and Ladbrokes Leagues 1 & 2 divisions each having approved the resolution, we await the voting slip from the one Ladbrokes Championship club that has yet to vote.

“We will provide an update as soon as we are in a position to do so.”

It later emerged that the outcome of the vote may not be known until May.

The 5pm deadline was not enforceable, with clubs apparently having 28 days to respond under league rules. Under the proposals, out of the clubs that would be declared champions, only Raith Rovers do not have at least a 10-point lead. 

But how has the Coronavirus outbreak affected your club and what have they said about the SPFL resolution?

Aberdeen

Derek McInnes, his coaching staff and players are among half of the club's employees who have taken wage deferrals of between 10% and 30% for four months.

The club has asked their fans to buy season tickets early and has confirmed they have received a cash injection. The club also revealed the pandemic protection cover in their insurance policy will end at the end of April.

On the SPFL resolution, Aberdeen chairman Dave Cormack said in a statement: “We feel strongly that the SPFL board should not have asked member clubs to cast a vote on this resolution with less than 48 hours’ notice, especially when these resolutions allow for 28 days.”

Nine supporting votes were needed in the Premiership and Aberdeen confirmed they were one of the 10 clubs at that level voted in favour, with just one team against the motion.

Celtic

Celtic have stated that their desire is for the league to continue with the Scottish Premiership leaders looking for a "fair and reasonable solution" to the league campaign according to chief executive Peter Lawwell.

The club has announced a series of wage reductions and deferrals to help them through growing financial implications caused by the coronavirus crisis.

Parkhead chief Peter Lawwell and Neil Lennon are among those at the Parkhead club who have taken the voluntary cuts and the measures will apply from April to June. The club will then reevaluate the situation following this period.

Celtic are in line for another Premiership title if the currently postponed season could not restart and the current SPFL proposals pass. The Hoops are 13 points clear with 8 games remaining and need to win just 5 games to ensure they would be crowned champions if the league was to resume. 

Celtic's charity foundation is to spend an initial £150,000 on aiding vulnerable communities amid the outbreak. The season ticket renewal deadline has been pushed back from 1 May to 29 May the club have confirmed. 

Hamilton

Hamilton are second bottom of the Premiership but have made no official comment on their preference for how the season is resolved. However, it is understood they have backed the resolution from the SPFL which would see playoffs scrapped and their status as a Premiership club confirmed. 

In a statement published last month, Chairman Allan Maitland said: "There is obviously going to be financial implications for all businesses, families, individuals, communities, charities and football clubs and we await guidance from the government on how these will be managed. 

“We will be doing everything we can to protect the jobs and livelihoods of everyone connected with our club."

Hearts

Hearts are 4 points off Hamilton at the bottom of the table and could be relegated if the SPFL are unable to recommence the top flight, and the SPFL resolution passes to the Premiership. 

The club was one of the first to reveal pay cut details with players asked to take a 50% pay cut before the furlough scheme was introduced. The club has since stated that no one has been asked to cut their salary by more than 30%. 

The club is against the resolution from the SPFL which would see them relegated if the top flight was unable to continue. It has also been revealed that Daniel Stendel has a clause in his contract that frees him to leave if the club is relegated. 

Ann Budge has previously stated that the club will consider legal action if they are relegated. 

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Hibs 

Following the Covid-19 outbreak, Hibs confirmed their players and senior staff have accepted wage deferrals of "between 20% and 50%". A number of members of staff have also been placed on furlough. 

The club opened season ticket renewals on 27 March and have sold over 3,000 tickets for next season so far. 

The club was thought to have been against ending the season early, however, following the SPFL resolution, the club confirmed in a statement they backed the SPFL proposals over finishing the lower league campaign early saying: “The club appreciates that such an outcome will not be agreed by all and has sympathy for those clubs who will be detrimentally affected. Indeed, our own club will suffer some negative impact in that we will be demoted by one place and see a subsequent reduction in prize money.” 

The move would see them move to 7th place as a result of the ‘expected points’ calculation. 

Kilmarnock

The vast majority of staff, including players, have been placed on furlough until the end of May, with the club supplementing wages to ensure full salaries for all staff.

The Killie Trust has also raised funds, thought to be around £40,000 to aid the club. The club is set to remain in their current standing if the resolution passes with Kille backing the SPFL resolution. 

Livingston 

Following a remarkable season that would see Livingston in the top half, the club stated that they intended to vote for the SPFL proposal to finish the lower league season early and allow prize money to be released.

Following the coronavirus outbreak, the club placed most staff on furlough while maintaining full salaries. 

The club, who posted a record profit, has launched a scheme that allows fans to become shareholders if they pay at least £20 per month until May next year. So far, 238 supporters - with month pledges totalling £7,367 - have signed up to this operating fund.

Motherwell

Motherwell is one of only three teams that are guaranteed a top-six finish in the Scottish Premiership, Chairman Alan Burrows confirmed that the club has backed the SPFL proposal following the vote. 

As a result of their finishing place. Burrows confirmed the club received an advanced payment of £395,000 plus VAT from the league along with Celtic and Rangers while the other top-flight clubs were paid £157,500 plus VAT.

Rangers 

Manager Steven Gerrard, along with his staff and the first-team squad has deferred their salaries for three months following the Covid-19 outbreak. 

However, the Ibrox side remains opposed to the SPFL resolution that would see Celtic declared champions. In a series of statements, Rangers said it would be "abhorrent" to relegate clubs by the proposed method. Rangers had put forward the plan of prize money for current placings being released now, with no leagues declared. However, this was rejected by the SPFL. 

The Ibrox club has also stated that all leagues should continue to protect "the integrity of sport in Scotland.

Since the outbreak, Dave King has left his role as chairman but Rangers said that "significant investment" has already been received, with "further commitments" in place despite King leaving saying such action was on hold. 

The club has been one of the most vocal against the SPFL changes. 

Ross County

Ross County has put their playing squad on furlough but will cover any shortfall to ensure they remain on full pay. The club has backed the resolution from the SPFL which would see them retain their place in the top flight in Scotland. 

St Johnstone 

St Johnstone confirmed that staff will receive their full pay in April but have placed staff on furlough. Unlike many other clubs, the Saints have refused to open season ticket sales until the current campaign is finalised. 

The owner of the Perthshire club has said that the league campaign should be concluded if possible calling for the League Cup to be scrapped for a year to ease fixture congestion next season. The club has voted for the SPFL resolution. 

St Mirren

St Mirren has put the vast majority of their playing and non-playing staff on furlough but will top up wages to ensure full salaries for all. Season tickets are expected to go on sale next week, with the club saying fans who have not requested refunds from their current season tickets in order to help the club will be rewarded with free entry to a League Cup game and a pre-season friendly next campaign. The club has also voted for the SPFL's season proposal.

Who gains from the resolution passing?

While some are more opposed to the changes, the reality is that few really gain from the changes with Dundee Utd, who are set to be promoted, and Celtic, who have a significant lead at the top of the table both keen to finish the regular season. Clubs that are top of their leagues such as Dundee United, Raith Rovers and Cove Rangers will be awarded titles and promotion with Celtic securing the Premiership. Only Raith Rovers do not have at least a 10-point lead. 

The Premiership will end if the SPFL think the top flight cannot finish in time or if there is no way of the game finishing behind close doors.