That is a very valid point. Rovers have in the past 3 or 4 seasons utilised their ground and facilities to bring in extra revenue streams. All rugby and football grounds for that matter cant just sit back and expect revenue on match days to cover the running costs of their clubs. All grounds have to be used to their maximum revenue generating potential, whether that be for business conferences , boxing matches or pop concerts, they all bring in much needed extra cash. I remember many years ago at St George in Australia. They made a fortune from having rows of slot machines incorporated into their leisure facilities. I'm not suggesting that every club goes down the road of having casinos built at their grounds but it is simply an insight into how some clubs maximise their revenues streams. Hull Fc and their new owners could probably come to an agreement where they could stage events at the KC on the proviso that all running costs and profits are shared equally.

This is true, but the economics need to be right and there are risks attached. Rovers events earnings for example are less than £190k so far in total after 4 years, equivalent to less than a grand a week. Very welcome, but not only about 3% of the salary cap, so not a game changer as such. Need to get the right cost benefit ratio that's for sure.

Hopefully the club can agree a deal with the SMC that is mutually beneficial

Let’s hope the Stadium can actually become a community stadium, as was the original intention

Not charging community clubs and schools a fortune to hold finals there, or chuck sporting clubs out of the facilities would be a start.

Would be great if this were to be the case.

Peoples personal financial situation could also preclude many people from attending the extra curricular activities they would put on, in the short to medium term anyway.

Nearly half the time being affected by lockdown did not help.

That's not true Keith is it? Please check the accounting periods.

City are debating whether it's economical to open West Upper when it costs £3000 just to clean it after a match.

Please say what you mean. If you want to disagree tell us why.

Absolutely. With the cost of living crisis the primary focus should be on retention of sports fans in attendance and merchandise terms, and re-engaging lapsed fans, I'd imagine this is City's priority. Events are a great supplementary income stream if you get them right but when belts are tightening the priority needs to be the core sporting proposition.

You've got your maths all wrong in terms of the accounting periods, earnings and Covid restrictions. Check Companies House and the calendar.