The Moonlighter 3,624 Posted June 14, 2015 Share Posted June 14, 2015 When the Founders Trail first took to the streets of Glasgow back in 2009 our meeting and departure point was the John Greig statue on Edmiston Drive.Although symbolic it wasn’t ideal as the weather from time to time would ensure that our passengers were cold and wet before we had set off on our journey.With this in mind we approached the Club and asked if we could use the Ibrox Megastore . They were very keen on the idea and we’ve been there and enjoyed a good relationship over the last three years. This included getting those taking the Founders Trail and Ibrox Stadium Tour a 10% discount on any full priced item on the day of the Trail. We would set up a welcome desk and distribute our paperwork to the passengers on the TourThe Megastore was getting 70 punters through it’s doors on a Sunday morning. A win win situation for all.However,this was all to change late last year when Mike Ashley took control of our retail contract.We were told in no uncertain terms that the 10% discount would no longer be available ( which was strange as it was encouraging people to spend ) and we would more than likely be put out of the store as ‘’ Sports Direct didn’t get involved in these type of things’’.As we’re all aware the fiasco surrounding our retail contracts spilled into a London court last week and this has now left the Founders Trail with no alternative than to sever it’s link with Sports Direct.We will no longer be using the Megastore as our meeting and departure point.Our Club was built on principles of honesty and integrity and we cannot be associated with a person such as Mike Ashley any longer.We’ll be speaking to the Club tomorrow morning with regards to using an alternative meeting point within the Stadium for our Tours and will advise accordingly. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlBear. 8,499 Posted June 14, 2015 Share Posted June 14, 2015 It's up to every single Rangers fan, and those with Rangers best interests in mind, to stand up against him. Every bit counts. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ozblue 4,332 Posted June 14, 2015 Share Posted June 14, 2015 When the Founders Trail first took to the streets of Glasgow back in 2009 our meeting and departure point was the John Greig statue on Edmiston Drive.Although symbolic it wasn’t ideal as the weather from time to time would ensure that our passengers were cold and wet before we had set off on our journey.With this in mind we approached the Club and asked if we could use the Ibrox Megastore . They were very keen on the idea and we’ve been there and enjoyed a good relationship over the last three years. This included getting those taking the Founders Trail and Ibrox Stadium Tour a 10% discount on any full priced item on the day of the Trail. We would set up a welcome desk and distribute our paperwork to the passengers on the TourThe Megastore was getting 70 punters through it’s doors on a Sunday morning. A win win situation for all.However,this was all to change late last year when Mike Ashley took control of our retail contract.We were told in no uncertain terms that the 10% discount would no longer be available ( which was strange as it was encouraging people to spend ) and we would more than likely be put out of the store as ‘’ Sports Direct didn’t get involved in these type of things’’.As we’re all aware the fiasco surrounding our retail contracts spilled into a London court last week and this has now left the Founders Trail with no alternative than to sever it’s link with Sports Direct.We will no longer be using the Megastore as our meeting and departure point.Our Club was built on principles of honesty and integrity and we cannot be associated with a person such as Mike Ashley any longer.We’ll be speaking to the Club tomorrow morning with regards to using an alternative meeting point within the Stadium for our Tours and will advise accordingly. The exact antithesis of Ashley and S.D. Well done lads. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RM Monitor And Standards Officer 112,580 Posted June 14, 2015 Share Posted June 14, 2015 Oooooft incoming Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
eskbankloyal 19,446 Posted June 14, 2015 Share Posted June 14, 2015 Tremendous. Well done for making a stand Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
onefootwillie 1,519 Posted June 14, 2015 Share Posted June 14, 2015 Great comments and Keep up the good work folks Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
pcbear 10,932 Posted June 14, 2015 Share Posted June 14, 2015 Ashley is a nasty piece of work, shed loads of money can not buy you decency and manners, he is good at making money and enemies in equal measure, cunt of an individual. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RD.1872 890 Posted June 14, 2015 Share Posted June 14, 2015 Well done to all involved Ashley really is a fucking fat cretin. Heart attack soon hopefully. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Courtyard Bear 41,357 Posted June 14, 2015 Share Posted June 14, 2015 Oooooft incomingWhy would there be incoming? Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Domthenbud 899 Posted June 14, 2015 Share Posted June 14, 2015 Well done guys. Find it very difficult to believe anyone could be so petty. However I guess that shows us the measure of the "man" and organisation. Well rid. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Domthenbud 899 Posted June 14, 2015 Share Posted June 14, 2015 Well done guys. Find it very difficult to believe anyone could be so petty. However I guess that shows us the measure of the "man" and organisation. Well rid. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Soprano 13,964 Posted June 14, 2015 Share Posted June 14, 2015 Well done lads. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smile 26,624 Posted June 14, 2015 Share Posted June 14, 2015 Why would there be incoming?I think he means the Honesty & integrity line and how that can relate to King. Maybe not though. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RM Monitor And Standards Officer 112,580 Posted June 14, 2015 Share Posted June 14, 2015 Ah wit aboot king but mahn. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RM Monitor And Standards Officer 112,580 Posted June 14, 2015 Share Posted June 14, 2015 Anyway well done lads Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
WadeWilson 4,670 Posted June 14, 2015 Share Posted June 14, 2015 I think he means the Honesty & integrity line and how that can relate to King. Maybe not though.Aw, wosha mattah, Shmile...? Did those bad boysh on RM say shome nashty shtuff about Mikey-wikey?Oh, never you mind those naughty boys. There-there, coochy-coo. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
WadeWilson 4,670 Posted June 14, 2015 Share Posted June 14, 2015 To the OP and his organisation, I salute you... And not just for taking this stand but for all the fine work you do keeping our history alive.But I won't lie, you guys taking this stand against a vile creature like Mike Ashley and his odious company makes me happy. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drunk and disorderly. 15,067 Posted June 14, 2015 Share Posted June 14, 2015 Goes to show you that our history and support mean absolutely nothing to Ashley. It's all about the money for that fat leeching cunt. No manners, no class, no shame. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Moonlighter 3,624 Posted June 17, 2015 Author Share Posted June 17, 2015 Update.We're delighted to announce that as from Sunday 21st June the meeting point for the Founders Trail will be the Ibrox Suite.The entrance is situated between the Megastore and the Govan ( Sandy Jardine )Stand.We will post details on our website and will have staff at the door of the Ibrox Megastore on Sunday to direct passengers to the Ibrox Suite. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
B1872 21,892 Posted June 17, 2015 Share Posted June 17, 2015 Mike AshleyTanksRangers fanChampions leagueKingLiarGlibMendacious Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RangersMedia 35,962 Posted June 17, 2015 Share Posted June 17, 2015 Update.We're delighted to announce that as from Sunday 21st June the meeting point for the Founders Trail will be the Ibrox Suite.The entrance is situated between the Megastore and the Govan ( Sandy Jardine )Stand.We will post details on our website and will have staff at the door of the Ibrox Megastore on Sunday to direct passengers to the Ibrox Suite.I work for a professional services company. They're running a feature on things to do in Glasgow for our internal monthly magazine. I sent them over this tour as a suggestion so over 10k of our staff in the UK will be aware of this the next time they come to Glasgow.When it goes to print I'll get a copy of it and post on here. Keep up the great work :tu:. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Moonlighter 3,624 Posted June 17, 2015 Author Share Posted June 17, 2015 I work for a professional services company. They're running a feature on things to do in Glasgow for our internal monthly magazine. I sent them over this tour as a suggestion so over 10k of our staff in the UK will be aware of this the next time they come to Glasgow.When it goes to print I'll get a copy of it and post on here. Keep up the great work :tu:.Thank you very much indeed.It really is much appreciated. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
WilliamFyfe 1,438 Posted June 17, 2015 Share Posted June 17, 2015 Well done lads Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobby Hume 13,864 Posted June 17, 2015 Share Posted June 17, 2015 Now that really is a boot in the balls, and about as petty as you can get from a PR point of view. (Probably for the best though, as SD/Mash do not represent The Rangers anyway.) Hope the Club finds you a better meeting point within Ibrox.Keep up the great work you all do in promoting the history of our great Club.What you all do, will forever be more important ....... and longer lasting. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MosesMcNeil 1,664 Posted June 17, 2015 Share Posted June 17, 2015 Well done! Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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