Re: Ground : Thu Aug 25, 2016 7:56 pm  

TRB wrote:

We could all write a letter, but one from a pro is more likely to get noticed!

We're down in London this weekend, I'll have a walk round soho and see if I can get a pro to draft a quick letter. HTH.

Re: Ground : Thu Aug 25, 2016 10:13 pm  

TRB wrote:

We could all write a letter, but one from a pro is more likely to get noticed!

It would cost less than £500 to get a solicitor to write a letter to the SoS, copied to Box and Mackey, to put them on notice; I'll chuck in £50, and I'll provide the solicitor.

Re: Ground : Thu Aug 25, 2016 10:45 pm  

What are you going to sue them for, not reaching the required acreage to build a community stadium. We were part of the agreement which stated that once a set area is built on then the build would be triggered. I believe that even if we took the current structure into consideration the trigger point is not reached and therefore currently there is no breach of any agreements at this time.
I would guess this is why we have not gone down the litigation route because it would be pointless and a waste of money unless of course those in the know can confirm what they consider the council to have failed to do.

Re: Ground : Fri Aug 26, 2016 12:07 am  

I've always wondered why did WMDC allow them planning to build this Newcold, when it was not part of the original agreement that had taken years to organise & then officially rubber stamped by the S of S. Also looking at it from Yorkcourt's side, what was the point of all this, just to build one building in all these few years. Surely they could have found an easier way to get that done. Unless I'm missing something.

Re: Ground : Fri Aug 26, 2016 6:58 am  

Shifty Cat wrote:

I've always wondered why did WMDC allow them planning to build this Newcold, when it was not part of the original agreement that had taken years to organise & then officially rubber stamped by the S of S. Also looking at it from Yorkcourt's side, what was the point of all this, just to build one building in all these few years. Surely they could have found an easier way to get that done. Unless I'm missing something.

Perhaps you are right but, maybe, the next couple of units will take the total build past the trigger point and this is why things are at such a delicate stage
and nobody (including WMDC will want to have land not being used, which could generate income for the developer and WMDC ?

This is pure conjecture but, something will eventually be built there (Newmarket)

Re: Ground : Fri Aug 26, 2016 7:02 am  

bren2k wrote:

It would cost less than £500 to get a solicitor to write a letter to the SoS, copied to Box and Mackey, to put them on notice; I'll chuck in £50, and I'll provide the solicitor.

I know it's frustrating, but you know who the trust are - and fortunately for everyone I am but one of them - and all things are being reviewed. We may well be asking for money, but it will be a task over £50, thank you anyway!

The addition of a new participant in these discussions - M88 - is potentially a game changer!

Re: Ground : Fri Aug 26, 2016 9:22 am  

MC_Wildcat wrote:

I think another book by Slugger is about due.The intrepid reporter Jack Garrett investigates the murky dealings of a fictional local council led by an arrogant Svengali called Paul Crate ! Another best seller with all proceeds going to the Supporters Trust.

I like it, apart from this bit

with all the proceeds going to the Supporters Trust

Re: Ground : Fri Aug 26, 2016 9:45 am  

Slugger McBatt wrote:

I like it, apart from this bit

Okay, I'll give you 20% but that's my best offer.

Seriously, looking forward to reading The Domino Killer when it comes out in December.

Re: Ground : Fri Aug 26, 2016 9:59 am  

Who are M88?

Re: Ground : Fri Aug 26, 2016 10:07 am  

Google them. 88m stadium sounds good!! Well I can dream!