Last month, we conducted a short survey on the Fan-Led Review of Football Governance (aka Crouch Review). We apologise for the delay in providing the results to members but you will understand that the current focus is – since the collapse of CK’s bid for Derby County – Derby’s attempt to exit administration (you…
Thank you for your email. We also note Trevor Birch’s response on behalf of the EFL. Firstly, it is very important to state that we absolutely understand the frustration and distress of the fans, particularly since the turn of the year. We receive a huge quantity of correspondence daily and are also aware of…
I think it is important that I first clarify the EFL’s position regarding the issue of deadlines which you raise in your letter. The EFL will permit a club to play in its competition while in administration for a maximum of 18 months. However, a club will not be permitted to start two consecutive…
Today, RamsTrust sent a letter to Quantuma, the administrators at Derby County: Dear Carl, Andrew and Richard, RamsTrust has worked positively with Quantuma since the administration process started in September 2021. We are disheartened that you have not been able to bring Derby County out of administration, as another deadline has passed, despite your…
RamsTrust very much welcomes the government’s commitment to support the recommendations of the fan-led review, starting with the creation of an Independent Regulator of English Football (IREF). This would have helped prevent the position the Rams faced. We are, however, disappointed that there is no timetable attached yet to implement these proposals through legislation,…