Following on from the serious injury to Bobby Burns at Seaview on Saturday 28th October, Glentoran Chairman Colin Jess has confirmed that the club Is actively pursuing a full and transparent investigation into the events immediately after Bobby collided with the advertising boards at the Shore Road end of the ground.
“While Bobby has undergone an operation and is now recovering, for some time his condition was considered extremely serious. However no consideration was given to his safety or dignity, nor the potential of further injury from the game continuing.
It is essential that protocols are put in place to ensure this doesn't happen again and that no other player from any club should be treated in such a neglectful way.
I am sure that the NIFL family will agree that this incident should be fully investigated and that all players safety is of paramount importance in such circumstances.”