SPL secures sponsorship

THE Scottish Premier League has secured a three-year extension to its sponsorship agreement with Clydesdale Bank.

The bank have committed themselves to the end of the 2012-2013 season, which will extend their relationship with the league to five years.

SPL chief executive Neil Doncaster said: "This deal provides a multi-million pound boost to our clubs. It demonstrates Clydesdale Bank's commitment across the league and underlines the success of our partnership."

Steve Reid, retail director of Clydesdale Bank, said: "I'm delighted that an extension to this partnership has been agreed."