Manorlounger
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I have to say that I do see it as a shambles and, further exasperated by the ongoing lack of any proper promotion by the club. Then, there is the intervention of the OUSP, it should be the other way around, as agreed by the club with the OUSP from the outset. I quote here from the Memorandum of understanding which, as then Chair of OUSP, I signed with Naill McWilliams (on behalf of OUFC) as follows:I completely understand those who are unable to be accommodated elsewhere, especially wheelchair users and those you use the sensory room. And I agree that the decision to restrict access to some areas was badly communicated and needed the intervention of OUSP to get resolved. This is all far from ideal.
But I honestly don't see it as the shambles that others do or an indication that the club can't be arsed with the FA Cup. But we do all see things differently I guess.
Matters deemed sufficiently important for mandatory consultation with the Supporters’Panel include: Key heritage matters to include any changes being considered to club name, colours,crest, or kit designs Items that significantly impact fans in relation to match day arrangements. Changes in pricing, format, terms and conditions, and availability of tickets (bothindividual and season tickets)
The last section should have been sufficient for the club to have consulted the OUSP before making any change to normal arrangements. It couldn't really be any clearer. I'm beginning to wonder if some sections of the club are out of touch.