TICKETS (11 Viewers)

[bigfatronssba]

From the club. Madness. Stop the migration of fans . People aren't that desperate to charge across their own fans.

'For this match, we have reduced the away allocation to only 2000 tickets in 7, 8 and 9 in line with EFL regulations for Play-offs, - this has meant we have been able to open blocks 11 and 12 for home supporters, and have as many Sky Blues fans as we are able to at the game.

The configuration of the concourse area in the South Stand is also not appropriate for any more supporters than we have currently in this area, due to the size of area once the shutters are down and also the kiosk/toilet facilities.

When discussing the then-potential fixture a number of weeks ago, agreement was made with the stadium safety team that we could only make this available, or let supporters know about this, once other areas were sold out.

We have been required by the stadium's safety team to keep the Jimmy Hill flag in Block 13, to stop migration by fans from the East Stand into the South Stand in the stadium bowl.

Segregation between home and away fans is maintained in Blocks 6 and 10, with this being significantly reduced compared to previous league matches this season.

In taking this approach, we have managed to achieve more tickets for sale in the home areas for Sky Blues, but reduce the overall capacity for this games as opposed to the recent home League fixture with Birmingham City.

We want to make clear that our aim as a Club is always to have as many Sky Blues fan in the Arena as possible supporting the team and we always strive to do this - however, we are required to do this by working with the stadium safety team and its safety officer, plus the Safety Advisory Group and in adherence to the safety certificate of the stadium.'

A reasonable explanation for most part, bit about block 13 makes no sense though

 

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[Boosh]

The club are now claiming tickets for Sunday are available on the website....this is all just bizarre.

Ffs sort it out Frasers

 

[bigfatronssba]

We are customers. Do you actually think they ‘really’ care about anything other than money? Do you actually think the players ‘really’ love us. Come on.

I think some people on here believe that.

Almost like it’s a privilege that the club allow us to watch

 

[pusbccfc]

Have you got a link? cant find it.

Right at the bottom

 

[mmttww]

Two whole blocks plus 13 sitting empty is shocking but it sounds like it's the best they could do at this notice. Frustrating. It's the fiasco with how the sale has gone online that's the biggest worry for me. Big mistakes made that'll leave a lot of people royally f*cked off.

 

[Nick]

Great.
So no points deductions for us then if we go on the pitch. It’s all down to ACL, and nothing to do with CCFC

I haven't said "nothing to do with". I have said ultimate control, CCFC staff will then work with them.

It's really not that hard.

 

[Sick Boy]

This whole saga has shown that we need a few changes at the top when it comes to running the club.

 

[bigfatronssba]

I haven't said "nothing to do with". I have said ultimate control, CCFC staff will then work with them.

It's really not that hard.

You're right, it isn't that hard.

Who has ultimate responsibility for matchday safety?

 

[AndreasB]

Is there food available in the lounges?

Yep. Burger and Chips, Mac and Cheese. That sort of thing. It’s ok but can be a bit lukewarm.

 

[SBT]

We want to make clear that our aim as a Club is always to have as many Sky Blues fan in the Arena as possible supporting the team and we always strive to do this

Not sure why they decided to throw this line in at the end, one week after they hiked everyone's ST prices and told us the club's future depends on people paying more.

 

[edgy]

I've a spare for sale if you or anyone else needs one.

Have a look for a Thread called "Middlesborough Home Semi FInal Tickets Wanted - Waiting/Wanted List READ FIRST POST"

A fair few people in there where waiting for tickets.

 

[Nick]

You're right, it isn't that hard.

Who has ultimate responsibility for matchday safety?

SAG -> Frasers -> Club

 

[bigfatronssba]

SAG -> Frasers -> Club

So the Club then? Glad we got there in the end

 

[Grendel]

Doug king will not be happy in a 32409 capacity stadium selling 27000 tickets

Boddy summoned to a meeting

 

[Covkid1968#]

I’ve been emailed and told they are moving my seat because of Sky cameras!!! FFS

 

[Nick]

So the Club then? Glad we got there in the end

It's almost as if you are reading whatever you want and missed out the other 2 who have more of a say over it.

 

[PVA]

Yep. Burger and Chips, Mac and Cheese. That sort of thing. It’s ok but can be a bit lukewarm.

Cheers

10.30am might be a bit early for Mac and Cheese but we'll see

 

[Covkid1968#]

I’ve been emailed and told they are moving my seat because of Sky cameras!!! FFS

I bought 4… haven’t told me which one or if it’s all!!! We have a Junior with us… what’s the betting they are put on their own in the opposite stand. WTF is going on!!

 

[Brighton Sky Blue]

Boddy summoned to a meeting

Think they’ll ask Gareth to take it over in the interim before hiring an external

 

[Boosh]

I’ve been emailed and told they are moving my seat because of Sky cameras!!! FFS

Shocking, guess it’s frasers fault

 

[Brighton Sky Blue]

I’ve been emailed and told they are moving my seat because of Sky cameras!!! FFS

You should sit on it

 

[richnrg]

I’ve been emailed and told they are moving my seat because of Sky cameras!!! FFS

surely you're not THAT ugly?

 

[bigfatronssba]

It's almost as if you are reading whatever you want and missed out the other 2 who have more of a say over it.

Why did you answer it in such a confusing way?

You think the SAG have ultimate responsibility then?

 

[Covkid1968#]

You should sit on it

Keep an eye out for a one man sit in protest that delays kick off!!

 

[theferret]

I bought 4… haven’t told me which one or if it’s all!!! We have a Junior with us… what’s the betting they are put on their own in the opposite stand. WTF is going on!!

What block you in out of interest?

 

[Nick]

Why did you answer it in such a confusing way?

You think the SAG have ultimate responsibility then?

It wasn't confusing.

SAG will be able to tell Frasers what they can / can't do who will then be able to tell CCFC what they can / can't do.

 

[Old Warwickshire lad]

It's not the club, it's as stating the SAG and police advice. Which is why it is weird if they are not happy to give the reasoning the SAG have given them

Its advice,we don’t have to take it.

 

[thekidfromstrettoncamp]

What block you in out of interest?

BLOCK13

 

[bigfatronssba]

It wasn't confusing.

SAG will be able to tell Frasers what they can / can't do who will then be able to tell CCFC what they can / can't do.

Its called the Safety Advisory Group. Organisations with the power of enforcement against private companies do not have the word "Advisory" in their name.

Their job is to advice on how to ensure spectator safety, nothing else.

I suspect you're confusing them with the council, who issue the safety certificate and who have the authority to reduce capacity or close the ground completely if they believe spectator safety is at risk.

 

[Garlana86]

Have a look for a Thread called "Middlesborough Home Semi FInal Tickets Wanted - Waiting/Wanted List READ FIRST POST"

A fair few people in there where waiting for tickets.

I've added a post, cheers.

 

[David O'Day]

Its called the Safety Advisory Group. Organisations with the power of enforcement against private companies do not have the word "Advisory" in their name.

Their job is to advice on how to ensure spectator safety, nothing else.

I suspect you're confusing them with the council, who issue the safety certificate and who have the authority to reduce capacity or close the ground completely if they believe spectator safety is at risk.

the council have devolved their powers to the sag

 

[bigfatronssba]

All I want is the club to acknowledge its responsibilities, that is all.

If its taken the advice of SAG, then explain why. If its signed a licence agreement with Frasers that allows Mike Ashley to limit our capacity and starve the club of income at the drop of a hat, explain why.

This constant limp dick attitude from Boddy of "its out of our control" is what gets on my wick.

 

[Covkid1968#]

What block you in out of interest?

Right in the corner… think it’s 21. Quite ironic really…I Picked that to get my mug on TV for corners and goal celebrations because my daughter asked me to!!! Fecking kids!!!

 

[fernandopartridge]

From the club. Madness. Stop the migration of fans . People aren't that desperate to charge across their own fans.

'For this match, we have reduced the away allocation to only 2000 tickets in 7, 8 and 9 in line with EFL regulations for Play-offs, - this has meant we have been able to open blocks 11 and 12 for home supporters, and have as many Sky Blues fans as we are able to at the game.

The configuration of the concourse area in the South Stand is also not appropriate for any more supporters than we have currently in this area, due to the size of area once the shutters are down and also the kiosk/toilet facilities.

When discussing the then-potential fixture a number of weeks ago, agreement was made with the stadium safety team that we could only make this available, or let supporters know about this, once other areas were sold out.

We have been required by the stadium's safety team to keep the Jimmy Hill flag in Block 13, to stop migration by fans from the East Stand into the South Stand in the stadium bowl.

Segregation between home and away fans is maintained in Blocks 6 and 10, with this being significantly reduced compared to previous league matches this season.

In taking this approach, we have managed to achieve more tickets for sale in the home areas for Sky Blues, but reduce the overall capacity for this games as opposed to the recent home League fixture with Birmingham City.

We want to make clear that our aim as a Club is always to have as many Sky Blues fan in the Arena as possible supporting the team and we always strive to do this - however, we are required to do this by working with the stadium safety team and its safety officer, plus the Safety Advisory Group and in adherence to the safety certificate of the stadium.'

It is beyond pathetic that the capacity is reduced when compared to a local derby with a 3pm Saturday kick off. Indefensible.

 

[Nick]

All I want is the club to acknowledge its responsibilities, that is all.

If its taken the advice of SAG, then explain why. If its signed a licence agreement with Frasers that allows Mike Ashley to limit our capacity and starve the club of income at the drop of a hat, explain why.

This constant limp dick attitude from Boddy of "its out of our control" is what gets on my wick.

The club have said previously, multiple times why it is out of the club's control. They have said in this statement as well why Block 13 isn't opened.

Even when they post something in detail you will still say they have the power to do what they want.

Of course Frasers safety people have the ability to drop capacity, much the same how Wasps safety people had the powers to demand over the top ticket checks.

You just choose to ignore things, even when pointed out to you and think the club can just do whatever they want.