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Derby County and Supporters Charter Group Joint Statement

Derby County and Supporters Charter Group Joint Statement

The Club and the Supporters Charter Group (SCG) have held discussions over the implications of the recently-published Government White Paper and the implementation of a ‘shadow board’ in line with the recommendations of the White Paper. Whilst looking at what role any ‘shadow board’ may perform and any possible remit it may have, it was also discussed and agreed that there would be the need for two separate supporter-led groups, running in parallel, in broad terms these being: Both bodies…

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Club and Fans Meet To Discuss White Paper

Club and Fans Meet To Discuss White Paper

Derby County has invited RamsTrust and other supporters’ representatives to a meeting tonight, Thursday 16h March. We will discuss the implications of the government white paper on football governance and what it means for Derby County.  That includes a model for potential supporter representation.  RamsTrust’s overriding objective is to ensure the club is run in the best long-term interests of supporters. We are committed to working with the club on this in line with the principles laid out in the…

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White Paper on Football Governance Published

White Paper on Football Governance Published

RamsTrust welcomes the government’s proposals in its white paper to introduce a new football regulator. Plans will require sustainable business models, a new owners’ and directors’ test, a fairer distribution of wealth and that clubs are run in the long-term interests of fans. Derby County fans know only too well how much this is needed after the turbulent few years we have experienced recently. Now we are in calmer waters, it is the best time to reflect and plan for…

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New Chair and Vice-Chair Appointed

New Chair and Vice-Chair Appointed

RamsTrust’s Chair, Jon Pearce, has been selected as the Labour prospective parliamentary candidate for the High Peak constituency at the next general election. Jon understandably wants to concentrate all his efforts on High Peak and therefore has decided to step down as Chair. He will remain a director of the trust. We thank Jon for his contribution and wish him well with his future aspirations. As a consequence, RamsTrust is pleased to elect Hilary Leam as Chair. Hilary is an ardent…

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Statement

Statement

RamsTrust would like to clarify the situation with regard to a tweet on 20th July. We appreciate the feedback from members and fans who don’t want other fans to take on debt. We don’t want supporters to take out payday loans or fall victim to loan sharks. Credit unions may be an appropriate option for some supporters. However, everyone’s circumstances are different and people should obviously seek advice to get the best option for them. We raised awareness of credit…

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