That would surely be a backward step

Particularly after the expense of fitting out the gym and players room. Whilst I don't know how much the SMC, it must surely be reflective of other facilities nearby such as the Leigh Sports Village etc.

I know it was mentioned a while back that they were looking at the prospect of taking over ownership of Man City's Carrington complex.

Unfortunatley we can't really make that conclusion as the "object" of the board has never actually been publicised. I said early on that there should be some terms of referencee, but at the mo we're all guessing. It could be that the club just want to use it as a representative focus group to use as a sounding board for things (which can then be ignored if wanted) - many focus group style things don't consult or seek wider input, because in theory they have been chosen as being representative of the group they have been picked from in the frist place.

Until we know more about the purpose, it's hard to judge the effectiveness. All I have concluded so far from what I've read is that the club managed to score a PR own goal with how it handled the "consultation" on the new shirts.

From what Ive seen most of the members are turning into voluntary Yes Men for the regime.

Not sure why, as from what I understand they are giving up their own free time and paying there own travel expenses to go to the meetings. With this in mind it seems sort of pointless to go so much out of your way in order to just nod your head and agree with everything the owner does.

From what i can gather, there isnt much to say yes or no, to.
Its more of a discussion.
As i said, maybe someone can correct me.

Oh, and they have asked if anyone will take minutes at future meetings.

mario im guessing your a wigan fan???

That's a fairly ignorant comment. I'm not entirely sure what you're basing it on.

I'm on the fans panel (calling it a 'board' really is over-egging the omelette at this stage). It costs me a lot of time, effort and inconvenience to get there, and I've neither asked for or received travel expenses.

I can't and won't speak try to speak for any other members of the panel, but I'm disappointed (although not entirely shocked) that some people are assuming that everyone who's stepped forward has done so to 'cosy up' with Marwan
Koukash. It's smacks of a bitterness.

FWIW, I have and will continue to question/challenge the club at these meetings when things are put forward that I disagree with or, more importantly, won't benefit the club. If you're unhappy that minutes haven't been produced/distributed, direct your frustration at the club rather than those who are giving up their time for free.

I wouldn't take offence at what Marion has written, she seems to have an agenda and/or axe to grind so finds fault in the club and it's current dealings. I suspect one of the old faithful has re invented themselves.

I feel another name being added to your sig. Not bad going really, as it's been a while since the last numpty.

Other then Wayward Fan then, who else is actually on the Fans Board/Panel?

I'm just curious.

I am...

Kiss ar$e yes man

Well you are wrong....on both counts.

I know, hence why I said yes man - I think Marion is the one who thinks you're one of these kiss ar$e$.

Ok..