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Doug, I am very sad to say that NO, I am not your man. I only have cash. I have responded to requests for cash from the club on many many occasions, and in many ways. Way back before Eric Whalley became chairman, I was offered the club, and I refused due to my lack of expertise, and my being a long way from Accrington.

In the recent few months, in fact from about January this year, I became aware that Mr Whalley wished to sell. He wanted £1million for his shares. I did not buy them at that share and in fact then became aware of the great debts. Later, I think in February or March, I met O Neil. I wished him well, but I was against his idea that money should be borrowed to pay off Mr Whalley. I do not believe in debt. At that time I asked Mr O Neil not to get involved unless he had the deep pockets to do so. I told him that it would be detrimental to the club and the town if he got involved without the means to see it through. Mr O Neil assured me he had the money, and on that basis I supported him. In fact you will not be aware of other cash i have given this year in addition to the £25k you are aware of. The point of what I am saying is that all I can offer is cash, and I have no expectation of profit or gain. What I hope is for discipline - hence the ASSF which could run the club.

As I say above, if this does not answer your question, please let me know. I am happy to try and expand.