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Post by poorblue on Jul 6, 2021 12:10:41 GMT
Assuming Tom Gorringe hasn't settled on any set ideas on covid restriction at the mem I think it would be a good idea to seek fans views on the matter and could those who know how set up a poll on here seeking a response along the lines of
1. will you be attending in an unrestricted covid rules stadium?
2. will you attend if wearing mandatory masks?
3. will you attend if mandatory masks in dedicated set aside areas?
4. will you go into the bars with no social distancing?
5. will you go into outside covered bars if provided?
6. will you eat inside?
7. will you eat outside in covered areas if provided?
This should proved comfort to both fans and the club if claried before attending
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Post by Langford Gas on Jul 6, 2021 12:12:52 GMT
I will attend and abide by any restrictions that the powers that be deem appropriate ..............In short I just want to be there !
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Post by GasAttacK on Jul 6, 2021 12:28:51 GMT
It's probably too late for this season but there are no doubt many elderley and / or vulnerable fans that are not comfortable returning to a packed stadium with no social distancing or mask wearing.
There are lots of people with conditions which mean they're still at risk and many more take immunosuppressant drugs which make the vaccine ineffective. Anyone who lives with somebody in that situation would also need to take extra care.
I think it would have been a good idea to keep a small section of the stadium where mask wearing and social distancing was still required. It might have encouraged some of those anxious, elderley and / or vulnerable fans to return to the stadium.
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Post by Deleted on Jul 6, 2021 13:00:52 GMT
It's probably too late for this season but there are no doubt many elderley and / or vulnerable fans that are not comfortable returning to a packed stadium with no social distancing or mask wearing. There are lots of people with conditions which mean they're still at risk and many more take immunosuppressant drugs which make the vaccine ineffective. Anyone who lives with somebody in that situation would also need to take extra care. I think it would have been a good idea to keep a small section of the stadium where mask wearing and social distancing was still required. It might have encouraged some of those anxious, elderley and / or vulnerable fans to return to the stadium. I’m not sure it’s right to say immunosuppressant drugs make the vaccine ineffective. I’m on 8 weekly immunosuppressant infusions and was encouraged to get vaccinated as someone in the first priority categories and my understanding was that such treatments may make the vaccine less effective but certainly not totally ineffective. Anyway, regardless of the amount of protection it’s time to try and get our lives back and for me that means getting back in to sports stadiums - if I was concerned I wouldn’t go and could live like a hermit instead. I don’t expect the majority to lead restricted lives indefinitely to protect the minority. |
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Post by GasAttacK on Jul 6, 2021 13:12:57 GMT
It's probably too late for this season but there are no doubt many elderley and / or vulnerable fans that are not comfortable returning to a packed stadium with no social distancing or mask wearing. There are lots of people with conditions which mean they're still at risk and many more take immunosuppressant drugs which make the vaccine ineffective. Anyone who lives with somebody in that situation would also need to take extra care. I think it would have been a good idea to keep a small section of the stadium where mask wearing and social distancing was still required. It might have encouraged some of those anxious, elderley and / or vulnerable fans to return to the stadium. I’m not sure it’s right to say immunosuppressant drugs make the vaccine ineffective. I’m on 8 weekly immunosuppressant infusions and was encouraged to get vaccinated as someone in the first priority categories and my understanding was that such treatments may make the vaccine less effective but certainly not totally ineffective. Anyway, regardless of the amount of protection it’s time to try and get our lives back and for me that means getting back in to sports stadiums - if I was concerned I wouldn’t go and could live like a hermit instead. I don’t expect the majority to lead restricted lives indefinitely to protect the minority. I believe they're ineffective to some and less effective to others. A family member who has had 2 jabs takes immunosuppressant drugs and recently did a test which suggested he has little or no protection.
There are clearly going to be people that are at higher risk than others and many more that are still anxious about returning to crowded stadiums.
Some of our fans have been shielding for nearly 18 months. They would no doubt love to return to the Mem and watch the team they've supported all their lives but would not feel comfortable returning to a packed stadium with no social distancing or mask wearing. They've suffered more than most and I personally think we should do what we can to make them feel they can safely return.
The Mem holds about 12,000. I was simply suggesting that there could be a small section of the stadium where mask wearing and social distancing was still required. It would make no difference to fans in other parts of the ground.
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Post by bluebiro on Jul 6, 2021 13:29:32 GMT
Where would this segregation stop?if you applied this to all aspects of life then would the likes of supermarkets have a mask hour?
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Post by Centenary Gas on Jul 6, 2021 13:31:34 GMT
Arguments for masks inside are one thing, but if you try and make people wear them outside, it will probably get the same respect it does at Wembley and Wimbledon. None
If you’re worried, an open air terrace would be a good option.
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Post by stuart1974 on Jul 6, 2021 13:38:16 GMT
Where would this segregation stop?if you applied this to all aspects of life then would the likes of supermarkets have a mask hour? Not a bad idea, although probably better to have a mask free hour. If by wearing a mask it allows more fans to go, why would people object? |
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Post by hollyhillgas on Jul 6, 2021 13:39:12 GMT
Could the club offer Ifollow to S/T holders for the first six home games.
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Post by Centenary Gas on Jul 6, 2021 13:43:27 GMT
Where would this segregation stop?if you applied this to all aspects of life then would the likes of supermarkets have a mask hour? Not a bad idea, although probably better to have a mask free hour. If by wearing a mask it allows more fans to go, why would people object? Because having a mask strapped to your face for two hours isn’t everyone’s idea of entertainment. Especially when outside there is a very likelihood it would achieve nothing. |
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Post by darkbluegas on Jul 6, 2021 13:51:45 GMT
I’d have to say Covid is the least of my worries when I consider using the toilets under the West Stand ten minutes before kick off. It’s a snorkel and flippers you need. I think I’ll probably be giving it a miss until we can drag our facilities into the 20th Century
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Post by Marshy on Jul 6, 2021 13:54:11 GMT
I’d have to say Covid is the least of my worries when I consider using the toilets under the West Stand ten minutes before kick off. It’s a snorkel and flippers you need. I think I’ll probably be giving it a miss until we can drag our facilities into the 20th Century See you in 50 years time. |
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Post by gasandelectricity on Jul 6, 2021 14:18:12 GMT
The club did send out a survey in like November time in anticipation of fans returning, which never happened. Think it covered off questions like in the OP.
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Post by Deleted on Jul 6, 2021 14:41:44 GMT
I’d have to say Covid is the least of my worries when I consider using the toilets under the West Stand ten minutes before kick off. It’s a snorkel and flippers you need. I think I’ll probably be giving it a miss until we can drag our facilities into the 20th Century mmmmm ive missed that smell.. biscuits and gravy. X |
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Post by yattongas on Jul 6, 2021 14:54:05 GMT
Where would this segregation stop?if you applied this to all aspects of life then would the likes of supermarkets have a mask hour? The other forum in the South stand ? |
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Post by Dirt Dogg on Jul 6, 2021 15:02:39 GMT
I think the clubs will follow guidelines put out by the EFL.
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Post by wrongsideoftheriver on Jul 6, 2021 15:09:03 GMT
I'll be going back regardless of what rules may or may not apply.
if any feels that uncomfortable they can stand in the far corners of the ground where its a little less crowded and wear there mask, I really don't see the issue with that. its not like we'll sell out every week.
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Post by Dirt Dogg on Jul 6, 2021 15:22:00 GMT
As much as I think it would be a good idea to have some sort of socially distanced area, I think it’ll be a very much ‘don’t like it, don’t come’ mentality from a lot of clubs.
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Post by Big Jock on Jul 6, 2021 15:43:50 GMT
Jock’s Top Tips for a Long Life:
1 Nae smoking
2 Nae alcohol
3 Nae drugs
4 Nae sex (chance would be a fine thing 😂)
5 Become a vegan
6 Consume less than 1500 calories a day
Ta be fair, ye won’t actually live any longer. It’ll jes seem like it. 👍
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Post by chilly1883 on Jul 6, 2021 16:37:20 GMT
Aren’t the rules, that wearing a mask is not mandatory, after 19th July?
So, if you wish to wear one, carry on, if you don’t, you don’t have to. I say ta da 👋👋 😷
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