A s**t away end full of tourists

[paulchapo]

Or the **** one!

But I seriously question why I bothered sometimes, when you get idiots like that hurling unwarranted abuse. But then I remember all the people I helped over my 4 years, such as the couple who lost their 30-year-old daughter, who died just after the renewal window. They obviously told the club about this but kept getting hassled over non-payment of her direct debit. Danny Wilson was horrified and went out of his way to sort it out, including ringing them personally to apologise.

And the people who lost their seats in the renewal window when they thought the seat had been automatically renewed I got reinstated. There were usually a handful of those every window. And all those independent food stalls round the campus, that was my doing. And everything we did in the Ticketing Working Group to make Ticket Exchange more attractive, and make transferring tickets as simple as possible, which many people now benefit from.

I did that, not to feather my own nest, but to make the whole experience better for City fans, against the background of an executive team that seemingly wants the opposite.

Sadly it's human nature for some to give people in positions such as this stick. It's what I call a no win position, a bit like being a Union rep.

 

[mancityvstoke]

I know you can’t list cup scheme games on the exchange but thought you could transfer via F&F?

see edited post you're right

 

[Tugay One Cup]

Or the **** one!

But I seriously question why I bothered sometimes, when you get idiots like that hurling unwarranted abuse. But then I remember all the people I helped over my 4 years, such as the couple who lost their 30-year-old daughter, who died just after the renewal window. They obviously told the club about this but kept getting hassled over non-payment of her direct debit. Danny Wilson was horrified and went out of his way to sort it out, including ringing them personally to apologise.

And the people who lost their seats in the renewal window when they thought the seat had been automatically renewed I got reinstated. There were usually a handful of those every window. And all those independent food stalls round the campus, that was my doing. And everything we did in the Ticketing Working Group to make Ticket Exchange more attractive, and make transferring tickets as simple as possible, which many people now benefit from.

I did that, not to feather my own nest, but to make the whole experience better for City fans, against the background of an executive team that seemingly wants the opposite.

Unfortunately people have been empowered by social media to be as horrible a version of themselves as possible. Not much you can do about it other than keep in mind that the people who really count know the merit of the work you do. Everyone else is just yapping.

 

[bobbyowenquiff]

Correct me if I’m wrong, but you can transfer a cup scheme ticket to anyone on your F&F list can’t you? So no need for a seat to go empty is there?

Yes. I have had to do it this season for health reasons. I always join all the Cup Schemes because I usually attend every home match.

 

[Dave Ewing's Back 'eader]

Joke that but not a surprise the club wants anyone but city fans at games these days

City fans or not, they are the club epitome of Uefa 'n Fifa - money grubbers.

 

[Gordyola]

But I seriously question why I bothered sometimes, when you get idiots like that hurling unwarranted abuse. But then I remember all the people I helped over my 4 years, such as the couple who lost their 30-year-old daughter, who died just after the renewal window. They obviously told the club about this but kept getting hassled over non-payment of her direct debit. Danny Wilson was horrified and went out of his way to sort it out, including ringing them personally to apologise.

And the people who lost their seats in the renewal window when they thought the seat had been automatically renewed I got reinstated. There were usually a handful of those every window. And all those independent food stalls round the campus, that was my doing. And everything we did in the Ticketing Working Group to make Ticket Exchange more attractive, and make transferring tickets as simple as possible, which many people now benefit from.

I did that, not to feather my own nest, but to make the whole experience better for City fans, against the background of an executive team that seemingly wants the opposite.

Colin ignore him there is no need for you to justify anything, those that matter know your dedication to the cause

 

[bobbyowenquiff]

Unfortunately people have been empowered by social media to be as horrible a version of themselves as possible. Not much you can do about it other than keep in mind that the people who really count know the merit of the work you do. Everyone else is just yapping.

It's sad to see City fans slagging each other off. We need to stick together. We all know the way matchgoing fans are treated at all clubs is pretty shit. There will never be a 100 per cent perfect ticketing system but the club does shoot itself in the foot sometimes because of poor communication. A ballot would be ridiculous because it would prevent supporters from making transport/hotel plans in advance. It would cost people a fortune in train fares for example. It would also betray loyal fans (with high points) who have followed City everywhere through the bad times.

 

[thismeansfour]

He's talking through his arse, which Kevin Parker has just confirmed to me.

I spent 4 years talking to the club about ticketing, among other things and the club's stated position was that they did not want to go down the ballot route for away tickets.

We also had numerous discussions about how to deal with no-shows and one of the things that was implemented to do that was making it as easy as possible to transfer tickets.

Fingers crossed that is the case, it wouldn't be surprising with the lack of thought for fans we experience consistently now. Not being able to transfer would be suicide so hopefully you are right.

 

[remember arthur mann]

I've joined the FA Cup scheme this year because Pep said we'll win it this year. It's getting a struggle to get a final ticket with only 5000+ points.

 

[blue b4 the moon]

Does it not speak volumes that it’s actually believable. Granted you’ve dismissed it but without ticket office it’s not impossible.

one thing that is crystal clear is clarity regarding tickets is becoming more and more vital. That’s what should be being pushed.

Longer we go without clarity longer these issues and rumours will go on. It’s definitely getting harder to attain away tickets more and more of those I go with are gradually being replaced by corporate and sponsors.

Your first paragraph shows how much of a mess/little faith we have with the £££ suits and their actions over the years.