Trojan Horse wrote:
Seems counter productive to install something only to rip it out in a matter of months. So long as it’s done I suppose. Guaranteed points for IMG is a must investment.
I don't understand where you get the ripping out bit.
All they have to do is put a barrier in. It doesn't have to be a wall.
And the padded seats at Old Trafford as an example as I've sat in them, are just seats with an extra piece attached to make it more comfy.
I can only tell you Minards understood this as he mentioned it before so I assume Ellis's team understand too.
The point of the stadium criteria is to improve the experience for all stakeholders.
Stakeholders include but not limited to (as its my interpretation)
fans at the stadium - so facilities to be able to sit and stand under cover in numbers with disabled, food outlets, fan zone, toilets facilities etc
Fans at home - allow broadcasting with big screen etc
Media - area to do their work efficiently, seats with power sockets, area to interview, parking for media vans etc
Directors - area to watch game, separated from fan area for safety and convenience, with access to boardroom type area
Sponsors - same principle as directors. Ability to entertain sponsors comfortably with access to similar areas.
That would not be hard to do in our stadium. I'm certain we could include the flats in that too as there is a clause to explain alternative facilities that meet criteria if built before 2015 like the flats.
