View from the Dolman Posted March 2, 2018 Report Share Posted March 2, 2018 Worth bearing in mind the EFL policy for postponing games (this dates from April 2013 but there's nothing obvious to suggest it will have changed)... Quote With more snow on its way in the upcoming period, The Football League has re-iterated its recommended procedures with regard to early pitch inspections. Football League Head of Communications, John Nagle, said, "Given the poor weather we are currently experiencing it is very likely that we'll see a number of games being called in the days ahead. Therefore, clubs will be doing everything they can to prevent supporters making wasted journeys to postponed fixtures." Consequently, in instances where there is any possibility of a fixture being postponed because of bad weather, home clubs are expected to: Provide an early warning to The Football League that the fixture might be in doubt and seek appropriate advice; Contact the visiting club at least 24 hours prior to kick-off to ascertain their travelling arrangements and to keep these in mind throughout the ensuing lead up period; Contact the match referee to inform him of the situation and to make him aware that an early inspection might be required. If needed, this inspection should be made prior to the visiting club and their supporters beginning their journey; Contact The Football League if they believe a very early pitch inspection is a sensible course of action (e.g. Friday for a Saturday match). In such cases The League may arrange for the inspection to be made by a local referee, with the decision made by The League, itself, based on his/her report; Keep supporters informed of any changes to the status of the match through relevant news channels such as The Football League website and twitter account, Sky Sports News, Radio Five Live, TalkSPORT, the Press Association and Club websites, SMS services and social media outlets. Whilst the responsibility for the initial action resides locally with the home team, no club may postpone a match by itself. Such a decision can only be taken by the match referee or The Football League. Clubs are encouraged to do everything they can to get matches played and the unpredictability of the British weather may still lead to some matches being called off late in the day or even abandoned after they have begun. However, through the implementation of these procedures it is hoped that such cases can be kept to a minimum. If A&S Police or the Safety Advisory Group don't specifically advise the EFL we must postpone the game, it appears we have no option. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
formerly known as ivan Posted March 2, 2018 Report Share Posted March 2, 2018 13 minutes ago, hodge said: No one is holding a gun to fans heads saying they have to attend, if you don't think its safe to attend then don't. The flip side of a comment people using, its only a football match its not life or death to attend. And for those who have forked out decent money for a ticket that have no way of travelling to the ground now? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
handsofclay Posted March 2, 2018 Report Share Posted March 2, 2018 23 minutes ago, Davefevs said: I remember playing away at Chipping Sudbury. I wasn’t captain, but we lost the toss and they batted. We were a bit surprised, but soon become evident that bowling with a bar of soap (and Fielding - not Frank) was harder than batting on a wet wicket. They raced to 125-0 after 19 overs when the rain increased and we come off. They knew overs would be lost and perhaps mean the minimum 30 per side might not happen so suggested taking an early tea, whilst it was still raining. Knowing we were in a shit position our captain turned around and said "no, we’ll take it at the normal time, we’ve all had a rather large lunch!" The best bit of captaincy I ever saw from him. As it happened, we never got back on the pitch and match called off. I thought you were going to say that you were a bit surprised when you lost the toss and they batted because you'd come to play football! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lrrr Posted March 2, 2018 Report Share Posted March 2, 2018 2 minutes ago, View from the Dolman said: Worth bearing in mind the EFL policy for postponing games (this dates from April 2013 but there's nothing obvious to suggest it will have changed)... If A&S Police or the Safety Advisory Group don't specifically advise the EFL we must postpone the game, it appears we have no option. Yet some will still blame the club... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy082005 Posted March 2, 2018 Report Share Posted March 2, 2018 20 minutes ago, JBFC II said: https://www.bcfc.co.uk/news/update-bristol-city-v-sheffield-wednesday/ Game's on, just got to hope everyone gets to and from the ground safely and there are no accidents, would hate for peoples lives to be put at risk for the sake of a game of football Which it will Absolute ridiculous decision by our incompetent police force Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Fat Controller Posted March 2, 2018 Report Share Posted March 2, 2018 @Matt Parsons BCFCSLO I appreciate you're away, but if you see this perhaps you could please pass on the response from this thread and on Facebook to the powers that be. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joe jordans teeth Posted March 2, 2018 Report Share Posted March 2, 2018 3 minutes ago, formerly known as ivan said: And for those who have forked out decent money for a ticket that have no way of travelling to the ground now? Then it’s bite the bullet time I’m afraid.Bs3 is fine by the way,main roads are fine and most side streets are drivable with care Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
formerly known as ivan Posted March 2, 2018 Report Share Posted March 2, 2018 1 minute ago, joe jordans teeth said: Then it’s bite the bullet time I’m afraid.Bs3 is fine by the way,main roads are fine and most side streets are drivable with care Just a shame the 20k fans don’t all live in BS3! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davefevs Posted March 2, 2018 Report Share Posted March 2, 2018 BS16 snow falling again Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SimonL Posted March 2, 2018 Report Share Posted March 2, 2018 There is no way me and the boys will be travelling from Yeovil. Has anyone seen the A303 on the news! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slartibartfast Posted March 2, 2018 Report Share Posted March 2, 2018 22 minutes ago, Andy082005 said: Which it will Absolute ridiculous decision by our incompetent police force Odd isn't it, they usually put any obstruction they can in place to make it difficult for fans, now a golden opportunity to wield the axe....................... conspiracy theory no 30 ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joe jordans teeth Posted March 2, 2018 Report Share Posted March 2, 2018 2 minutes ago, formerly known as ivan said: Just a shame the 20k fans don’t all live in BS3! That’s true but a majority live in the surrounding areas Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedM Posted March 2, 2018 Report Share Posted March 2, 2018 Side roads are bad, Talbot road ( a big hill) closed by Police going downwards ( from Broadwalk to Briz). Snowing again now. Shops have no bread or milk. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joe jordans teeth Posted March 2, 2018 Report Share Posted March 2, 2018 3 minutes ago, Davefevs said: BS16 snow falling again Somebody’s got a huge right foot Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stogursey red Posted March 2, 2018 Report Share Posted March 2, 2018 1 minute ago, joe jordans teeth said: That’s true but a majority live in the surrounding areas are you really sure about that, i would say up to half those who go regular live outside Bristol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamesBCFC Posted March 2, 2018 Report Share Posted March 2, 2018 26 minutes ago, CotswoldRed said: Very sensible. My diesel is staying in the van. Films and board games tomorrow. Can I come? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slartibartfast Posted March 2, 2018 Report Share Posted March 2, 2018 17 minutes ago, TinMan's left peg said: I’m surprised at this decision but assuming they’ve gone for the Arsenal option - accepting it’ll be half empty but at least we get the match done and off the fixture list. Not really fair on the fans though. Yes....... the crowd will be given 21k, but in reality probs 14/15 actual bums on seats ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CotswoldRed Posted March 2, 2018 Report Share Posted March 2, 2018 1 minute ago, JamesBCFC said: Can I come? Depends if getting to me is easier than Ashton Gate. Keep it under your hat - I found the wife's Chocolate Orange (not a euphemism) last night. That'll be shared out too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kingswood red Posted March 2, 2018 Report Share Posted March 2, 2018 I'll be there if the game is on. The snowflakes aren't all falling from the sky. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jacki Posted March 2, 2018 Report Share Posted March 2, 2018 Have to say this is a pathetic decision. People are being told, by the police, not to drive because conditions are so bad. A football match, with 20,000 people expected, can go ahead though on the advice of the same police. It really is a joke. I’ve been out this morning in Keynsham and even walking around is hard work. To expect people to travel to a football match is ridiculous. I don’t reckon there will be more than about 12k in the ground if it does go ahead. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dynamite Red Posted March 2, 2018 Report Share Posted March 2, 2018 Stupid decision, the game should be off, I won't be risking it. Any roads bar a few main roads and motorway are treacherous. The weather in Bristol seems to be getting worse, public transport where I am has been all but cancelled. @JulieH Surely common sense should prevail. If you have elderly or children going I would seriously reconsider making that journey. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stoke_Gifford_Red Posted March 2, 2018 Report Share Posted March 2, 2018 9 minutes ago, Davefevs said: BS16 snow falling again Realtime to BS31 (Keynsham) that looks mild! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roger Red Hat Posted March 2, 2018 Report Share Posted March 2, 2018 3 minutes ago, CotswoldRed said: Depends if getting to me is easier than Ashton Gate. Keep it under your hat - I found the wife's Chocolate Orange (not a euphemism) last night. That'll be shared out too. ...sounds like it'll be running down through your hair... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super Posted March 2, 2018 Report Share Posted March 2, 2018 10 minutes ago, RedM said: Side roads are bad, Talbot road ( a big hill) closed by Police going downwards ( from Broadwalk to Briz). Snowing again now. Shops have no bread or milk. Bread or milk? Who needs that i have just used my last dishwasher tablet! #realemergency Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1960maaan Posted March 2, 2018 Report Share Posted March 2, 2018 11 minutes ago, Davefevs said: BS16 snow falling again I know, I'm just down the road in Fishponds. Took me nearly 2 hours to get home from Clevedon yesterday, and hills or slopes were a lottery. Really am in two minds. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nebristolred Posted March 2, 2018 Report Share Posted March 2, 2018 6 minutes ago, kingswood red said: I'll be there if the game is on. The snowflakes aren't all falling from the sky. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bristol Rob Posted March 2, 2018 Report Share Posted March 2, 2018 15 minutes ago, Davefevs said: BS16 snow falling again How did you get your broccoli to grow so big? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
And Its Smith Posted March 2, 2018 Report Share Posted March 2, 2018 People would moan if it was off and others moan it is on. Get over yourselves. If you cannot or will not get there then get over it and move on. Life doesnt always work out as planned. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CotswoldRed Posted March 2, 2018 Report Share Posted March 2, 2018 4 minutes ago, Bristol Rob said: How did you get your broccoli to grow so big? He didn't. That's his neighbour's. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bristol Rob Posted March 2, 2018 Report Share Posted March 2, 2018 1 minute ago, CotswoldRed said: He didn't. That's his neighbour's. Well, if they can't make it to the game, maybe they could share gardening tips and report back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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