ACV land bid position
There is no change to the status of the Trust’s bid to buy land at Sixfields, including that behind the East Stand which had been registered as an Asset of Community Value (ACV).
However, a decision has been made to grant a Judicial Review hearing into West Northamptonshire’s Council decision to agree a land deal with County Developments Northampton Ltd, a company wholly-owned by Northampton Town FC.
This decision will halt the sale process until such a time that the hearing has taken place and an outcome determined.
Trust meeting with club chairman Kelvin Thomas
Supporters Trust chair Andy Roberts is hoping to meet with Kelvin Thomas alongside a representative from the Football Supporters Association.
The meeting has been scheduled for later this month in a bid to bring the club and Trust closer together following a clear breakdown in the relationship.
Board discussion with concerned members
Lengthy discussion took place between board representatives and five visitors at the last Trust board meeting on 9 November.
The exchanges were healthy and constructive, with the board taking clear note of the concerns that were raised about the tone of public debate between some individuals affiliated with the Trust, the football club and some fans on forums and on social media.
Trust members are welcome to attend monthly board meetings – the next meeting is scheduled for Thursday 8 December, please email ntfctrust1992@gmail.com if you would like to attend.
Football and Christmas shopping awayday in Harrogate
The Trust is running a football and Christmas shopping awayday coach for the game at Harrogate next Saturday (10 December).
Bookings and information from Roger Averill on 07802 437422.
30th anniversary of the Trust
OFFERS FOR TRUST MEMBERS
LIMITED-EDITION SIXFIELDS STADIUM PRINT
A limited-edition print of the goal scored by Ian Clarkson in the famous play-offs win over Bristol Rovers in 1998 is now available for sale with a discount to Trust members.
The print is:-
· The work of acclaimed stadium artist Paul Town
· A limited-edition print - 100 prints available
· 17x12 inches in dimension
· Signed by the goalscorer Ian Clarkson
· Counter-signed by then Cobblers manager Ian Atkins
All for £20 (available to Trust members for £18), which we reckon is tremendous value!
There is no charge for collection - however there will be a postage and packing charge for postal orders.
If you are interested in buying a print, please email us at ntfctrust1992@gmail.com, including your postal address details if applicable, and we will send you further details.
FREE-TO-ENTER NEW YEAR DRAW
The Trust will be holding a free raffle for Trust members in January, by way of a 30th anniversary thank you for your support over the years.
The raffle, which is also open to Club 500 members, is free to enter – to buy a ticket, simply contact us at ntfctrust1992@gmail.com with the message Raffle Entry.
There are plenty of great prizes to be won – including a cash prize, Sixfields print, Cobblers story book, 1998 Wembley memorabilia, Phipps celebration ale, 2020 Wembley souvenir, a framed team photo, a signed football and many others.
We look forward to hearing from you!
