General FAB

[Sarge]

farwell @OUSP - replaced by FAB which is headed by Benson

Yet Williams still wont face the Supporters in a Fans Forum, despite promises made at the previous Fans Forum. So what is the point of nother bullshit box ticking exercise that will have no teeth whatsoever, and very likely anything raised will be suppressed by a Reading supporter?

thoughts?

Oxford United Launches Fan Advisory Board | Oxford United Football Club

Oxford United are pleased to announce a significant development in its approach to supporter engagement, confirming that the Oxford United Supporters Panel (OUSP) will be succeeded by a newly established Fan Advisory Board (FAB). The move is part of the Club’s broader Fan Engagement Plan, aimed...

www.oufc.co.uk

 

[SteMerritt]

Thunderbirds are go. F.A.B.

 

[Stranger]

farwell @OUSP - replaced by FAB which is headed by Benson

Yet Williams still wont face the Supporters in a Fans Forum, despite promises made at the previous Fans Forum. So what is the point of nother bullshit box ticking exercise that will have no teeth whatsoever, and very likely anything raised will be suppressed by a Reading supporter?

thoughts?

Oxford United Launches Fan Advisory Board | Oxford United Football Club

Oxford United are pleased to announce a significant development in its approach to supporter engagement, confirming that the Oxford United Supporters Panel (OUSP) will be succeeded by a newly established Fan Advisory Board (FAB). The move is part of the Club’s broader Fan Engagement Plan, aimed...

www.oufc.co.uk

Benson's not a Reading supporter

 

[Oxymoron]

Obviously preparing for life in the Premiership......

 

[Manorlounger]

I can only hope that @OxVox and @OUSP have had enough input and sway to counter the original plans for this new set up. The mere fact that Benson will be permanently involved fills me with apprehension.
Membership of this grouping will be paramount to it's integrity. If, as I fear, it turns out to be just a vehicle for Benson to push his agenda forward then some very strong character will be required.

 

[Sarge]

I can only hope that @OxVox and @OUSP have had enough input and sway to counter the original plans for this new set up. The mere fact that Benson will be permanently involved fills me with apprehension.
Membership of this grouping will be paramount to it's integrity. If, as I fear, it turns out to be just a vehicle for Benson to push his agenda forward then some very strong character will be required.

ditto

 

[BillyTurleys CurlyWurly]

Very worrying news going forwards in terms of proper comms for supporters.

Also won’t be a surprise to see a few certain faces named on as part of it.

 

[Colin B]

Did Paul Peros really say what is attributed to him as a quote, in the FAB blurb?

I'd be very surprised, and a little disappointed if he did, as I understood that OxVox felt they had not been adequately consulted, and had severe reservations regarding the FAB in its proposed format?

 

[Sarge]

Did Paul Peros really say what is attributed to him as a quote, in the FAB blurb?

I'd be very surprised, and a little disappointed if he did, as I understood that OxVox felt they had not been adequately consulted, and had severe reservations regarding the FAB in its proposed format?

good question

 

[Manorlounger]

Just been speed reading the 'Code of Conduct' for any member of the FAB. Extraordinary lengths gone to prevent anyone from saying or doing anything to which, almost, anyone else could raise an objection. For example, look at this section:

Raising a Potential Policy Breach 30.
A potential policy breach may come to light through several sources including, but not limited to:
● An issue arises during a meeting that cannot be resolved by immediate intervention of the Meeting Chair to the satisfaction of all parties.
● A complaint from a FAB member
● An anonymous whistle-blower
● A complaint from Club representative
● A supporter

And, the scope in which one may breach the code of conduct is equally as expansive. If someone blows their nose on here, for example, that may cause someone else to take exception and voice a complaint. Up pops the kangaroo court to decide their fate.

I have some very bad memories of how I was treated by OUSP and this has all the hallmarks of something far worse.

 

[carefreeoufc]

Good on FAB and the club for finally creating an independent group of Oxford fans that challenges the current regime. Long live FAB! Long live Colonel Bennett!

 

[Ewes]

“OUSP will be succeeded by a newly established Fan Advisory Board (FAB). The move is part of the Club’s broader Fan Engagement Plan”.

Are the broader fans people like @Sarge ?

 

[Morris Oxford]

Just been speed reading the 'Code of Conduct' for any member of the FAB. Extraordinary lengths gone to prevent anyone from saying or doing anything to which, almost, anyone else could raise an objection. For example, look at this section:

Raising a Potential Policy Breach 30.
A potential policy breach may come to light through several sources including, but not limited to:
● An issue arises during a meeting that cannot be resolved by immediate intervention of the Meeting Chair to the satisfaction of all parties.
● A complaint from a FAB member
● An anonymous whistle-blower
● A complaint from Club representative
● A supporter

And, the scope in which one may breach the code of conduct is equally as expansive. If someone blows their nose on here, for example, that may cause someone else to take exception and voice a complaint. Up pops the kangaroo court to decide their fate.

I have some very bad memories of how I was treated by OUSP and this has all the hallmarks of something far worse.

Sounds like independent, critical thought being expressed is not welcome, and won’t be tolerated.

 

[Paul Cannell]

Look at all the money they're putting into their club, though!

No sign of counselling being offered to help ex-supporters adapt to their new relationship as customers of the club, which is a pity.

 

[Robie]

Given that it is mandated to have one in the Premiership it seems like a sensible thing to do in the Championship.

Also... reading the detail... more spaces for Oxvox on the panel.

 

[Toe knee]

 

[Oxford57]

It’s good to see that Oxvox has more represention , real concern to me that the lack of direct contact and communication on a face to face basis seems to be further away

 

[Berliner]

Broader representation through OxVox, but am awaiting the response to the first clash with Benson over some inevitable f*ckery with interest. Heading up the panel with someone that headstrong is a recipe for disaster, in my opinion.