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Former Glasgow Council Finance Chief Linked to £1m ‘Golden Goodbyes’ Finds New Role
A former Glasgow City Council finance chief who was accused of misleading colleagues has landed a high-profile position at Ferguson Marine, a troubled nationalized shipyard.

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- Martin Booth, a former Glasgow City Council finance chief, has been hired as a board member at Ferguson Marine.
- Booth was involved in awarding £1 million in "golden goodbyes" to five top officials, which caused public outcry.
- His past scandals have raised concerns about his ability to lead Ferguson Marine effectively.
- Overview of Booth’s past and current role
- Details of the "golden goodbyes" scandal
- Concerns about Ferguson Marine's future with Booth in charge
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