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B10Red · 4th August 2017, 14.33:33

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Originally Posted by Hamilton Pathetic

Understandable, but it would be a bit harsh to do that to Ch*ster given it wasn't their fault.

No, on second thoughts it would probably be the correct decision.

Chester are used to it, they've already been kicked out once before

Red Light · 4th August 2017, 14.41:43

No laughing matter really, it could so easily have been us or any other club playing there tomorrow - also does nothing to enhance the integrity of the league.

A short extract from the official Solihull Moors site :

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"The Solihull Safety Advisory Group, who oversee the licensing of the stadium, has clarified that spectators cannot be admitted to the ground until such time as required safety systems are in place.

"Arrangements are in hand to urgently deal with this matter, but it is felt the only appropriate decision available to The National League is to postpone the fixture and rearrange it for later in the season."

There will be no further comment from the football club at this moment in time

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This could mean many things suffice to say that Solihull Moors have failed to comply with the terms of their safety certificate. This is likely to involve multiple issues of concern probably aired over a considerable time period that have not been righted - for example :

Poorly trained or a simple lack of stewards up to an acceptable standard.
No safety officer available (for whatever reason)
No first aid / medical facilities
Defunct PA system
Poor physical stadium condition - annual testing either failed or not done.
Poor counting systems / turnstiles not functioning - no way of knowing how many spectators have been admitted to the stadium.
Ineffective exit gates and no emergency evacuation system.

Perhaps money is an issue - it usually is in these circumstances, what is absolutely certain is that SM have put themselves massively under the microscope both with their Safety Advisory Group and the National League. Pointless fining the club really if finance restrictions are holding them back from maintaining their stadium to an acceptable standard.

Hometown Unicorn · 4th August 2017, 14.48:17

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Originally Posted by Red Light

No laughing matter really

If anyone has been personally affected by the content in this thread, I'm only a PM away.

StattoWrexham · 4th August 2017, 14.52:35

Chester were expecting to take 800 there as well, lost revenue for Solihull.

B10Red · 4th August 2017, 14.56:44

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Originally Posted by StattoWrexham

Chester were expecting to take 800 there as well, lost revenue for Solihull.

Not exactly flush either are they..

CRUMBS · 4th August 2017, 15.04:37

Damson park eh that would be a Plum tie for Chester .

Kiddy Dragon · 4th August 2017, 15.07:18

Its the only game for Wrexham in the Midlands this year. At least they've got till Feb to fix it.

cestrian81 · 4th August 2017, 15.09:05

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Originally Posted by 1984

First time in years JEster unbeaten after1st game - theyll be made up with that start gives them some encouragement

It was all of two seasons ago that we beat Braintree on the opening day!

Anyway, farcical situation that does nothing for the reputation of the National League.

moldroadred · 4th August 2017, 15.27:49

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Originally Posted by cestrian81

It was all of two seasons ago that we beat Braintree on the opening day!

Anyway, farcical situation that does nothing for the reputation of the National League.

What reputation?

4th August 2017, 14.41:43	#29-0 (permalink)
Red Light Due a Testimonial Joined: Aug 2014 Racecourse Spot: none given Real Name: none given Twitter: @	Re: Chester game (at Solihull) off No laughing matter really, it could so easily have been us or any other club playing there tomorrow - also does nothing to enhance the integrity of the league. A short extract from the official Solihull Moors site : .................................................. .......... "The Solihull Safety Advisory Group, who oversee the licensing of the stadium, has clarified that spectators cannot be admitted to the ground until such time as required safety systems are in place. "Arrangements are in hand to urgently deal with this matter, but it is felt the only appropriate decision available to The National League is to postpone the fixture and rearrange it for later in the season." There will be no further comment from the football club at this moment in time .................................................. ............................................. This could mean many things suffice to say that Solihull Moors have failed to comply with the terms of their safety certificate. This is likely to involve multiple issues of concern probably aired over a considerable time period that have not been righted - for example : Poorly trained or a simple lack of stewards up to an acceptable standard. No safety officer available (for whatever reason) No first aid / medical facilities Defunct PA system Poor physical stadium condition - annual testing either failed or not done. Poor counting systems / turnstiles not functioning - no way of knowing how many spectators have been admitted to the stadium. Ineffective exit gates and no emergency evacuation system. Perhaps money is an issue - it usually is in these circumstances, what is absolutely certain is that SM have put themselves massively under the microscope both with their Safety Advisory Group and the National League. Pointless fining the club really if finance restrictions are holding them back from maintaining their stadium to an acceptable standard.

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StattoWrexham Name A Stand After Me (info 1 & 2) (info) Joined: Oct 2004 Racecourse Spot: Real Name: Twitter: @	Re: Chester game (at Solihull) off Chester were expecting to take 800 there as well, lost revenue for Solihull.

4th August 2017, 15.04:37	#33-0 (permalink)
CRUMBS Legend Joined: Aug 2012 Racecourse Spot: mold road stand Real Name: nev Twitter: @	Re: Chester game (at Solihull) off Damson park eh that would be a Plum tie for Chester .

4th August 2017, 15.07:18	#34-0 (permalink)
Kiddy Dragon Cult Hero (info) Joined: Jul 2010 Racecourse Spot: Started in MR then The Boys pen and a graduate of The Kop Real Name: Twitter: @	Re: Chester game (at Solihull) off Its the only game for Wrexham in the Midlands this year. At least they've got till Feb to fix it.