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Wednesday, 18 October 2006 |
British Boxing Board say Scott Harrison must prove fitness
The British Boxing Board of Control (BBCofC) says that Scott Harrison must prove he is "medically fit" before it will sanction any title defences.
Scott Harrison, 29, is being held in Spanish jail at present on charges of theft and assault and has been fighting recent problems with depression and alcoholism.
Scott Harrison is due to defend his crown against Nicky Cook in London on 9 December.
"We have to be sure he is medically fit to continue fighting," explained BBCofC secretary Simon Block.
"We need clarification of what Scott Harrison has got himself into and to find out if there are any implications.
"I know little more than has appeared in the press and, as far as I'm concerned, we are not taking any immediate action.
"If any licence holder is found guilty of a criminal offence, it is a matter of concern to the Board under regulation 25 - which concerns any fighter bringing boxing into disrepute.
"We have two concerns. First, in respect of his conduct and, secondly, his ability to continue his boxing career," Simon Block went on to say.
Scott Harrison is already facing charges relating to six offences, including three of assault and on of fraud, in South Lanarkshire and has been warned he could be held in Spain until next year.
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