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Ann Budge: Hearts' departing chair on saving the club, her legacy and the future as Jambos chase title glory
- Ann Budge steps down as Hearts chair after more than 11 years, ending a pivotal era at the club.
- She helped save Hearts from administration in 2014 and guided the club back to the top flight.
- Budge spearheaded major projects, including a new main stand and a hotel at Tynecastle.
- Hearts became the largest fan-owned club in the UK under her leadership.
- Budge resigns as chair but remains honorary president and will watch the club's progress from the stands.
- The club secured Tony Bloom's investment to boost the team’s capabilities and future ambitions.
- Budge reflects on the legacy of integrity and rebuilding Hearts' reputation.
- Budge credits the club’s revival to rebuilding from a difficult period and focusing on proper conduct.
- She notes the club’s evolution from relegation to Premiership leaders as a testament to enduring change.
- The interview frames Budge as a lasting symbol in Hearts’ modern history.
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