determining appropriate levels of remuneration of executive directors, and have a prime role in appointing, and where necessary removing, executive directors and in succession planning.

Mr Graham as a representative of Union of Fans was an outspoken critic of the current board. A boycott of season tickets, backed by the Union of Fans and Dave King, had seen sales slump in protest over the financial management of the old board.

UoF launched a website for supporters to pledge season ticket money which was to be withheld until Rangers directors handed over the security to Ibrox. Ibrox 1972 Ltd was been set up by ex-Rangers player Richard Gough and former director Dave King as custodians of the security if it is granted.

Paul Murray, interim chairman, said: "We are delighted to announcethe further strengthening of the RIFC Board following Friday's General Meeting.

"John's corporate and financial experience and track record will prove invaluable, whilst Chris and James have been appointed in accordance with the board's commitment to meaningful fan representation and in order that they can use their abilities to contribute to the company."

Dave King managed to obtain around 85 per cent of the vote to support his Ibrox revolution at the club's EGM which saw Paul Murray, Douglas Park, John Gilligan appointed to the plc board.

It has been confirmed that Murray, Park, Gilligan and head of football administration Andrew Dickson have been recruited to the operating company board.

A club statement says: "Rangers FC announce today that Derek Llambias, Barry Leach and Sandy Easdale have been suspended from their duties