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    Close Brothers Motor Finance strikes sponsorship deal with Livingston FC

    15 May 2022 News Read time 5m
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    The sponsorship deal establishes Close Brothers Motor Finance, which has a strong presence in Scotland, as a sponsor of the popular Scottish club, including a shirt sponsor.

    Speaking of the sponsorship deal Sean Kemple, Head of National Sales at Close Brothers Motor Finance says: “We are proud to be sponsoring Livingston FC. It’s an exciting time for the club following their promotion to the Scottish Championship and we would like to congratulate them on their achievements.

    “This sponsorship deal reinforces our commitment to Livingston - a region which plays an important part in our business plans. We look forward to supporting the club as the new season kicks off and wish the strong team continued success.”
    Livingston FC recently lifted the trophy to enter the Scottish Championship and has made a number of signings and developments ahead of the new season promotion.

    Robert Wilson, Chairman at Livingston FC, comments: “After the immensely successful, and deserved return to the Scottish Championship, the board of Livingstone F.C are delighted to have the team’s achievement further endorsed through shirt sponsorship, by such a prominent and importantly, local financial institution such as Close Brothers Motor Finance. We look forward to another successful season and beyond, in partnership with the team at Close Brothers.”

    The partnership between Close Brothers Motor Finance and Livingston FC has been signed for a period of one year and will see branding throughout the football stadium and interview areas as well as various hospitality benefits.

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