New era Panthers 2,055 Posted November 10, 2017 heard nowt? Then you have the legacy of Chapman announcing on his appointment how he will make the sport more transparent, it could only happen in speedway. The authorities are turning the sport into a bigger laughing stock year on year and they, wonder why attendances are dwindling. 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tsunami 10,219 Posted November 10, 2017 Then you have the legacy of Chapman announcing on his appointment how he will make the sport more transparent, it could only happen in speedway. The authorities are turning the sport into a bigger laughing stock year on year and they, wonder why attendances are dwindling. I feel that there probably was a conclusion on the 7th, and it could be a subject for the AGM. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
arnieg 3,643 Posted November 10, 2017 I feel that there probably was a conclusion on the 7th, and it could be a subject for the AGM. In which case the sport's governance is more dysfunctional than I thought. A hearing should be part of a quasi-judicial process and not subject to debate by committee. It would be like allowing MPs, who hadn't been in court to hear the evidence, decide the outcome of a trial at the Old Bailey. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
New era Panthers 2,055 Posted November 10, 2017 I feel that there probably was a conclusion on the 7th, and it could be a subject for the AGM. You feel there was a conclusion or do you know there was a conclusion, which will go before a kangaroo court at the AGM Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tsunami 10,219 Posted November 10, 2017 You feel there was a conclusion or do you know there was a conclusion, which will go before a kangaroo court at the AGM I don't know there was a conclusion, but it is strange there hasn't been a leak or announcement from one of the 4 parties involved. I can only think something needs to be clarified, or it has ramifications to be discussed at the AGM. Despite arnieg going overboard with his conclusion and insinuations, best to keep stum and wait for the truth rather than invent a troublesome false situation. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wealdstone 3,454 Posted November 11, 2017 I don't know there was a conclusion, but it is strange there hasn't been a leak or announcement from one of the 4 parties involved. I can only think something needs to be clarified, or it has ramifications to be discussed at the AGM. Despite arnieg going overboard with his conclusion and insinuations, best to keep stum and wait for the truth rather than invent a troublesome false situation. Yes, this has always been the way things have been done in Speedway, Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
crazyb 156 Posted November 11, 2017 I don't know there was a conclusion, but it is strange there hasn't been a leak or announcement from one of the 4 parties involved. I can only think something needs to be clarified, or it has ramifications to be discussed at the AGM. Despite arnieg going overboard with his conclusion and insinuations, best to keep stum and wait for the truth rather than invent a troublesome false situation. I can't see what troublesome false situation arnieg has invented. The only ramification which would be discussed at the AGM is if Godfrey has been found the guilty party, then his place as vice-chairman on the committee is no longer viable. Alternately, if Rathbone was deemed to be, the only difference to now is that his licence would probably be terminated permanently. So why can't a statement be issued so that supporters of the two clubs would know their fate. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dontforgetthefueltapsbruv 10,706 Posted November 11, 2017 I can't see what troublesome false situation arnieg has invented. The only ramification which would be discussed at the AGM is if Godfrey has been found the guilty party, then his place as vice-chairman on the committee is no longer viable. Alternately, if Rathbone was deemed to be, the only difference to now is that his licence would probably be terminated permanently. So why can't a statement be issued so that supporters of the two clubs would know their fate. Presumably as either position you set out would be very serious and one potentially could involve legal challenge then rather than rush out an announcement its correct to get the process right and watertight. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
New era Panthers 2,055 Posted November 11, 2017 Presumably as either position you set out would be very serious and one potentially could involve legal challenge then rather than rush out an announcement its correct to get the process right and watertight. Considering the original problem was clarified in early August and we are now in November , the authorities should be well aware that an outcome or verdict is now long overdo and they should also understand why fans are not happy with this unstable position it has left clubs in. With rumours already flying around of certain clubs already doing deals with riders for the forthcoming season which in turn gives those clubs an added advantage over the other clubs that are still in limbo and unable to make any advancement towards there prospects for team building until a decision is reached Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bigcatdiary 3,165 Posted November 11, 2017 Presumably as either position you set out would be very serious and one potentially could involve legal challenge then rather than rush out an announcement its correct to get the process right and watertight. Well the ball is firmly in the hands of the SCB/ACU, I dare say they will issue a statement in due course. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wealdstone 3,454 Posted November 11, 2017 Well the ball is firmly in the hands of the SCB/ACU, I dare say they will issue a statement in due course. Hopefully before the next solar eclipse!! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dontforgetthefueltapsbruv 10,706 Posted November 11, 2017 Well the ball is firmly in the hands of the SCB/ACU, I dare say they will issue a statement in due course.Absolutely agree and I think everyone hopes it wont be too far away. Id be surprised if all parties dont already know the outcome but Id rather it take a little while for all to digest and accept than quick proclaimations be made only for further disputed positions to come out after. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
waytogo28 2,054 Posted November 12, 2017 Absolutely agree and I think everyone hopes it wont be too far away. Id be surprised if all parties dont already know the outcome but Id rather it take a little while for all to digest and accept than quick proclaimations be made only for further disputed positions to come out after. We are sure to know before the new season begins in March 2018. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
scaramanga 902 Posted November 12, 2017 We are sure to know before the new season begins in March 2018. i certanly wouldnt put money on knowing anything pre season in speedway Share this post Link to post Share on other sites