Statement on OS: HMRC paid in full (28th Feb 2023)

[Yer Blues]

Hasn’t Ron’s company that took it out than lent it to SUFC so either way there’s a £5m loan to SUFC.

Yeah sorry not disputing that (I don't think my comment suggested that either)

The comment was the loan was taken out in Southends name. I said that I'm not sure it's in the clubs name. Not that some of that loan won't be used by the club.

Genuinely interested which of the myriad of companies actually secured the loan.

 

[Mad Cyril]

Ron Martin - Paid in full.

 

[Holy Joe]

Hasn’t Ron’s company that took it out than lent it to SUFC so either way there’s a £5m loan to SUFC.

There is - but an intercompany loan we may not pay interest on in cash, e.g., it may just accrue as debt rather than be a cash outflow. And it may not be repaid at all if Ron writes off some/all the debt. If the loan was direct to us then I suspect interest would need to be paid in actual cash and the lending company would probably want repaying.

 

[Jacob Sladder]

I don't want to imply that Ron treats the Royal Courts like a second home, but have you seen this?

 

[annie1954]

I don't want to imply that Ron treats the Royal Courts like a second home, but have you seen this?View attachment 25180

I bet chairman Ron is on first name terms with all the royal court staff & when he came away they all shouted out by Ron see you next year

 

[rootshall rambler]

will all supporters find a southend united for ever scarf on there seats friday night to wave at our great leader to thank him for saving our club

Even better……..bricks, stones, darts and rotten tomatoes will do the job in a show of loyal appreciation.


ps…. only joking of course.

 

[LeedsSUFC]

I can’t wait to see the documentary clips from yesterday… All 20 seconds should take a few months to be released

 

[Liam AAS]

Yesterday was the formality we all wanted in November. The legal team from HMRC confirmed that the money had been paid.

I managed to speak to Ron very briefly to congratulate him on sorting it out and, though I cannot remember the exact words he used, he was basically intimating that I should be grateful for him doing so. I did cheekily suggest that it was a little close but he just said that things take time.

He wasn't giving a lot away but maybe his mind was on Martin Dawn (Leckhampton) Ltd that would be in court an hour later. Two firms in the insolvency courts probably explains why he was there but Anna and James weren't this time.

 

[Medway Blue]

Yesterday was the formality we all wanted in November. The legal team from HMRC confirmed that the money had been paid.

I managed to speak to Ron very briefly to congratulate him on sorting it out and, though I cannot remember the exact words he used, he was basically intimating that I should be grateful for him doing so. I did cheekily suggest that it was a little close but he just said that things take time.

He wasn't giving a lot away but maybe his mind was on Martin Dawn (Leckhampton) Ltd that would be in court an hour later. Two firms in the insolvency courts probably explains why he was there but Anna and James weren't this time.

This bit just blows my mind. And not in a good way.

 

[dusterman]

Yesterday was the formality we all wanted in November. The legal team from HMRC confirmed that the money had been paid.

I managed to speak to Ron very briefly to congratulate him on sorting it out and, though I cannot remember the exact words he used, he was basically intimating that I should be grateful for him doing so. I did cheekily suggest that it was a little close but he just said that things take time.

He wasn't giving a lot away but maybe his mind was on Martin Dawn (Leckhampton) Ltd that would be in court an hour later. Two firms in the insolvency courts probably explains why he was there but Anna and James weren't this time.

Man’s ego has no limits. Christ.

 

[Shrimper]

Yesterday was the formality we all wanted in November. The legal team from HMRC confirmed that the money had been paid.

I managed to speak to Ron very briefly to congratulate him on sorting it out and, though I cannot remember the exact words he used, he was basically intimating that I should be grateful for him doing so. I did cheekily suggest that it was a little close but he just said that things take time.

He wasn't giving a lot away but maybe his mind was on Martin Dawn (Leckhampton) Ltd that would be in court an hour later. Two firms in the insolvency courts probably explains why he was there but Anna and James weren't this time.

What was the outcome of Leckhampton

 

[Cricko]

This bit just blows my mind. And not in a good way.

All Hail Ron the Saviour you Peasants.

 

[Blue43]

Yesterday was the formality we all wanted in November. The legal team from HMRC confirmed that the money had been paid.

I managed to speak to Ron very briefly to congratulate him on sorting it out and, though I cannot remember the exact words he used, he was basically intimating that I should be grateful for him doing so. I did cheekily suggest that it was a little close but he just said that things take time.

He wasn't giving a lot away but maybe his mind was on Martin Dawn (Leckhampton) Ltd that would be in court an hour later. Two firms in the insolvency courts probably explains why he was there but Anna and James weren't this time.

The only time I will be grateful to Ron is when he sells the club.

The guys ego is truly unbelievable. That man deserves no credit for what he’s put this club through!!

 

[Gt Yarmouth Shrimper]

In your case it will no Bovril.

Too bloody right.

 

[Smiffy]

Yesterday was the formality we all wanted in November. The legal team from HMRC confirmed that the money had been paid.

I managed to speak to Ron very briefly to congratulate him on sorting it out and, though I cannot remember the exact words he used, he was basically intimating that I should be grateful for him doing so. I did cheekily suggest that it was a little close but he just said that things take time.

He wasn't giving a lot away but maybe his mind was on Martin Dawn (Leckhampton) Ltd that would be in court an hour later. Two firms in the insolvency courts probably explains why he was there but Anna and James weren't this time.

Makes me want to vomit.

Genuinely cannot wait for the day he leaves.

 

[Sparte]

Makes me want to vomit.

Genuinely cannot wait for the day he leaves.

I have a feeling you are in for a long wait!

 

[nevereatwhitesnow]

Yesterday was the formality we all wanted in November. The legal team from HMRC confirmed that the money had been paid.

I managed to speak to Ron very briefly to congratulate him on sorting it out and, though I cannot remember the exact words he used, he was basically intimating that I should be grateful for him doing so. I did cheekily suggest that it was a little close but he just said that things take time.

He wasn't giving a lot away but maybe his mind was on Martin Dawn (Leckhampton) Ltd that would be in court an hour later. Two firms in the insolvency courts probably explains why he was there but Anna and James weren't this time.

Why on earth “congratulate” him on sorting out what is simply a long overdue legal obligation?

Doesn’t excuse his arrogance but can’t see why anyone would feed his ego with thanks or gratitude

 

[Target man]

Why on earth “congratulate” him on sorting out what is simply a long overdue legal obligation?

Doesn’t excuse his arrogance but can’t see why anyone would feed his ego with thanks or gratitude

"Should be grateful" ???? ....

the man is completely delusional and has absolutely no sight of his responsibility as a football club chairman. Should the players be grateful for being paid by a loan after not paying them for months? Should the staff be grateful for working for nothing? These people have bills to pay and mouths to feed... but be grateful!!

Should the fans be greatful for paying their own hard earned cash to attend games in a stadium that is nearly derelict and where the food is crap???

His arrogance and narcissism is on another level and it's not a congratulations he deserves. Sorry but those who think so are as delusional as he is!!

 

[Lincoln Shrimp]

Why on earth “congratulate” him on sorting out what is simply a long overdue legal obligation?

Doesn’t excuse his arrogance but can’t see why anyone would feed his ego with thanks or gratitude

Sometimes you've just got to stroke his ego to get a response out of him. It's a game that many have had to play over the years.

 

[Strykr]

…..Good question. I have long believed that the zone has a number of stooges and plants , (some more cleverly subtle than others) , that are placed here to specifically support Ron, deflect criticism of Ron, deliberately split the fanbase, or at least offer a more sympathetic view of him than history or logic would allow or suggest .
I think I could probably suggest about 6 or 7 regulars , but on the basis of ”innocent until proven guilty“ perhaps now isn’t the time. They often start with something like “I’m no fan of Ron’s, but”……….

Do you put your tinfoil hat on just when you post here or do you wear it all the time? .

The idea of ron giving a **** enough to waste his time planting posters on an internet forum is preposterous .