The news follows a review of the complaints made to an independent inquiry into racism in Scottish cricket, which was released in July
Twenty-two allegations of racism are to be formally investigated further, Cricket Scotland has confirmed, following a high-level review of the complaints raised as part of an independent inquiry.
That inquiry, Changing the Boundaries, followed allegations made by former Scotland internationals Majid Haq and Qasim Sheikh. On the eve of its publication in July, the board of the national governing body resigned en masse, describing its findings as "a watershed moment for Scottish sport and society" in a joint letter of resignation.
Since then, 77 referrals have been passed to Cricket Scotland. An update on the review - released on Monday - stated that those relate "to 43 allegations of racism against 27 people, two clubs and two regional associations. In total there are 52 unique complaints, with nine considered to be non-race related".
Of the 43 allegations of racism, 22 "require further formal investigation", while 17 still require more information and four "should result in a constructive outcome" or are paused due to ongoing legal process.
"The report was clear in its findings and we are moving forward in making the changes required to make Scottish cricket an exemplar going forward," said Gordon Arthur, Cricket Scotland's interim chief executive.
Majid Haq (left) and Qasim Sheikh (right) spoke at a news conference on the day of the report's release in July (Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)
"However, we recognise that a more detailed investigation of a number of past issues is a critical part of the process in rebuilding trust, and redressing mistakes of the past. Only when referrals have been investigated fully, will we be able to decide what action might be taken in individual circumstances, to bring closure to those involved.
"It is important that this work is carried out sensitively and diligently and I want to express my sincere thanks to those who have raised complaints. I am acutely aware of just how difficult this process has been for everyone involved. We want to see positive change in our sport and this process is central to achieving that."
He also acknowledged the work of Harper MacLeod LLP, who led the review, as well as Sporting Equals and Running Out Racism "for the vital work they have played".
"It is difficult to estimate timescales for these investigations as some will be more complex than others," the statement added.
"However, Cricket Scotland is committed to ensuring that these are conducted thoroughly and sensitively and, where appropriate, as quickly as possible."
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