Scottish football manager suspended amid 'ongoing investigation'
Elgin City, who finished sixth in the fourth tier, has confirmed that Allan Hale has been temporarily removed from his position
news.stv.tvHere’s the latest I can share based on recent public updates:
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Elgin City FC announced a temporary suspension of their first-team manager, Allan Hale, amid an ongoing internal investigation. The club said they will not comment further until the investigation concludes. This development follows a season that saw the team finish sixth in Scottish League Two. [Source: STV report, 2026-05-06][1]
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The club indicated it will make no further comments at this stage, and it’s unclear how long the suspension will last or what interim arrangements are in place. Fans and observers are awaiting further statements from Elgin City FC. [Source: STV report, 2026-05-06][1]
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For context, Elgin City has been competing in the SPFL system and has previously navigated managerial changes in recent years. Historical pages note various managers over time, including Allan Hale from December 2023 onward, but this current suspension is a notable recent event. [Wikipedia/Elgin City F.C. overview; historical manager list][4]
If you’d like, I can monitor for updates and summarize any official club statements or reputable outlets as they’re published. I can also pull up current standings and next fixtures for Elgin City in League Two if that would help.