Redevelopment Closer Than Ever?

[DavCobb]

It's a good question about how the club intends to use the facilities - maybe Tom Cliffe could ask James Corrigan, NTFC commercial director, on the clubs plans?

Generally, I think there's a lot of 'soft power' in having executive boxes and hospitality which can't be easily quantified.

On match days there could be a different cohort using them who might not have been exposed to the club previously,  leading to new sponsorship and even investment opportunities.

And, I think we should never underestimate the view that outside business takes of a club with a finished stand built to a high standard vis a vis one which moth balled it and built an extension to the North Stand instead (desirable though that is).

Back in the day I hired out Sixfields (well the lounge) for my wedding reception. Never again....absolutely nothing wrong with the venue. 
It was a good rate and perfect for my requirements, from memory I had to hire the dancefloor and paid for a free bar, where I just paid for the drinks.
Just don't see (or not aware) of that stuff still going on. Could well do.

[Merry Comrade]

 I did exactly the same thing back in 1997. We had a great day out and I am pleased to say the marriage remains intact. I have no idea if the lounge is still available for parties and weddings but it was a good source of income for the club back then.

[Terryfenwickatemyhamster]

Attention is the oxygen of the likes of Beds and the ha ha ha advisor. They attract it by trotting out the same old shyte… It’s best not to get into a debate of any worth with them. To them, your opinion will never matter as much as theirs. Thankfully progress has been made in spite of them.

[everbrite]

I don't think this could be done or indeed it's an asset in any sort of capital value - my understanding (and happy to be corrected) is the land the stadium occupies in a long term council lease with a specific proviso as use for a sporting venue - of course the council could change the for use provision but I think medium term that would be contractually difficult.

Personally I can't wait for the use of the "other" land to be designated, any revenue benefits to the club clarified and we move swiftly away from land issues.

Of course football will remain a financial basket case but looking at all the known factors I still think we are a club that just could be attractive to a mega rich benefactor.

Only if the Benefactor was or has been a Supporter and has the proverbial deap pockets. Perhaps Manny will one day step into the Breach and do a Bournemouth!

[Melbourne Cobbler]

Attention is the oxygen of the likes of Beds and the ha ha ha advisor. They attract it by trotting out the same old shyte… It’s best not to get into a debate of any worth with them. To them, your opinion will never matter as much as theirs. Thankfully progress has been made in spite of them.

Personally speaking, I’m delighted to be given any opportunity to perform CPR 🚑

[Observing]

Personally speaking, I’m delighted to be given any opportunity to perform CPR 🚑

Got to get it somewhere eh.

[NTFC87]

Anyone know when the thieving sick are back in court? It's all gone a bit quite again

[Tabasco Kid]

Anyone know when the thieving sick are back in court? It's all gone a bit quite again

   A plea hearing date has been set for June 26th.

[WadeyCobbler]

Is the new Fan Zone happening? Sure the intention was to get something in place for the new season?

[itsme]

There is a FAB Meeting middle of June i guess we'll hear more then

[BackOfTheNet]

I think a lot of the community matches have been going on until recently haven't they? I'd imagine any work will start once there aren't people coming and going so much.

[Merry Comrade]

 I will be attending the FAB meeting in June. Two things on my agenda are the fans village and the fan stones and I will gladly raise any other issues that may be of concern to THE readership.

[ajp]

Wonder if those promised new seats in the west stand will arrive soon, also that roof needs a right ol clean. 

[guest3732]

There was some work being done on the East stand roof earlier in the week.

[TVOR]

There was some work being done on the East stand roof earlier in the week.

Its been leaking and blowing all the electrics

[guest3732]

Those pesky electrics!

[Horsham Cobbler]

Mods, apologies if this has already been posted elsewhere https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cdxv52rzkygo

[guest3732]

The FAB appears to have rattled his cage somewhat, poor lamb!

[TVOR]

"The trust movement was founded in 1992, the year the Premier League was introduced, yet many fans up and down the country continue to be disenfranchised and marginalised by club owners Supporters Trusts Boards and advisors pursuing their own vested interests"

[singcobb]

Mods, apologies if this has already been posted elsewhere https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cdxv52rzkygo

And I'm sure in their submission to the government they will detail all of their underhand dealings and attempts to fúck the owners over.