08/04/08

It appears that the battle lines are being drawn, the only problem I can see is that any forthcoming battle will be fought over the future of our club so what does it all mean to us? Who do we back? I can only give you the facts I have been given and give you my view on things. I am pretty sure there are more questions than answers. I think it is imperative our support goes firmly behind what is best for Millwall. I have said it before Millwall will never be owned by any one individual as we the fans will always own it.

Graham Ferguson Lacey

• GFL has been offered a postion on both the holding and FC board several times(which he is entitled to) but he hasn’t taken up the offer, I would have thought rather than calling for an EGM he should take up the position and raise any concerns during board meetings.
• Has had the same opportunities to put his views over as Berylson but hasn’t bothered to.
• I believe by his actions he has made it clear he has no interest in the football side of things; the fact that he has decided to call an EGM at a time when the board, club and fans are focused on a relegation battle proves this.
• Blocked the clubs motion to be able to raise further monies during the season, again one must ask why?

John Berylson

• Has supported the team both in person and financially, a commitment of 8 million.
• Has stepped up to help when asked.
• Has made his view perfectly clear publicly that he wants what’s best for Millwall FC, although the regeneration is a big part of his plans, financing the football club with any monies forthcoming playing a part in these plans.
• Has made efforts to meet fans at formal meetings and during ad hoc meetings on matchdays.

The above does seem one sided but I can only give you the information I have.

My personal view is that John Berylson is committed to this football club. He has publicly stated the “Den” is sacrosanct and the only time he would envisage us moving is if there was a need for a bigger stadium. I speak with him at least 3 times a week and he is always interested on what is happening on a day to day basis. Taking into account all the information I have and the relationship I have built up with John Berylson over the last 2 years, leads me to trust that John is totally committed to Millwall and the future of our football club, therefore I throw my support firmly behind John Berylson on behalf of the majority of supporters, this will give us a united front of the Millwall Supporters Club, Lions Trust and the Fan on the Board.

Pete

If anyone has any information they feel will help email me petergarston@hotmail.com