I’m as baffled and confused by the 3BC’s announcement as anyone, and I see TJF as currently the only fan group with any legitimate claim to being engaged with all sections of the Firhill Faithful (it’s not an easy task to raise a volunteer army). But, I also think a calm head, identifying a real enemy (if there is one), and their numbers, is critical to survival before going over the top and running headlong into the barrage with a blindfold on.
I’d put these points forward for consideration
1 If you own something and you want to give it away, it’s up to you who you give it to (and you don’t have to explain your reason to anyone).
2 It is normal for the transfers of assets (shares etc) to be negotiated in private and not made public until ALL is agreed (TJF had no option but to be public in order to garner numbers to support their bid).
3 It’s unwise to act in haste until we are aware of ALL of the facts and decisions made (assuming all will become clearer, ahead of ICT on the 19th as promised). Let’s be in the fact zone first.
All that said, I’m extremely disappointed that a “communications professional with 30 years experience”* has failed to engage with fans in the way she promised she would do when co-opted to the board, the first time round. It’s ironic that a media professional is centre ring of a media circus disaster.
I’m already a TJF donor and I hope the Foundation will continue to grow and become an important voice, regardless of share ownership, for a very large section of fans that already appreciate the engagement that is taking place. It’s been a long journey already so let’s be patient for one more week.
*www.ptfc.co.uk