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betting ring pitch allocation. Jim Cremin racing post, "Scanlon explained he was advised by consultant Steve Clare, and part of the remit was to ensure a strong market, but also to include local firms who could gaurantee being able to reach the Essex course when the weather was poor"
sadly, even though in my application I advised them I live 10 mins from the course I was not considered suitable for the top 16
sadly, even though in my application I advised them I live 10 mins from the course I was not considered suitable for the top 16
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Don't worry barry, in 6 months time, they'll be 6 bookies left, and they'll asking you .
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They'll "be"asking you
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if the weather is that poor the bookie cant get there, no chance the horses arriving imo ..
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I thought betfred was Manchester based that's not local is it ?
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Outside the number:-
9) Paul Wilkinson 10) Michael Campbell 11) Benny Jones 12) Wayne Monaghan 13) Keith Puddick 14) Greg Harriott 15) Martin Bailey 16) Richard Liles Some of the most "knowledgeable bookmakers" in the land! God help them if the 'machine' goes down!  |
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Oh well, I only live 10 min away , so I'll be taking my I phone with me if that's what I'm up against
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You'll be telling me Brian Hazell is on there next,
He's local , if he has a plane |
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dambuster • October 28, 2014 9:21 AM GMT
Oh well, I only live 10 min away , so I'll be taking my I phone with me if that's what I'm up against |
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Barry, it's a travesty that you were not in 'the 8'!
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What did we learn from this? That Barry Dennis does not know how to copy & paste and his spelling is dodgy.
One-year deal for eight layers at Chelmsford CHELMSFORD CITY, which stages the first of 58 fixtures in 2015 on Sunday, January 11, has confirmed its betting ring line-up for the opening year of operations. Joe Scanlon of Betfred, who is chairman of the new racecourse, a joint venture between Betfred and Bet Solutions International, said: "We were keen to establish the course in the first year and allow people to work out the real value of pitches, so we have entered a one-year deal with the eight bookmakers listed. "It's probably not well known but Fred Done's father was a racecourse bookie in the ‘bad old/good old days', so he has always had an affinity with the ring. Fred wants this to work for everyone so the only initial charge will be five times the admission, less than any other track, which covers the entrance for the bookmaker and a workman. Next year we will invite tenders and pitches will go to the highest bidders." Scanlon explained he was advised by consultant Steve Clare, and part of the remit was to ensure a strong market, but also to include local firms who could guarantee being able to reach the Essex course when the weather was poor. Scanlon is also looking at a system whereby bookmakers who cannot attend give notice, so reserve layers can take up the opportunity. The former temporary grandstand at what used to be Great Leighs is being replaced by a permanent structure at a cost of £6 million. Like the old stand, it is situated on the inside of the course. Scanlon said: "From the steppings there will be a clear view from the last turn, some two and a half furlongs from home. It will also feature a high-level restaurant, operated by local caterers Graysons, which has a panoramic view of the course." The all-weather track, the only purpose-built one in Britain, was always popular with trainers and prize-money levels are set to be good. "Arc proved good prize-money attracts good horses and huge crowds with its Good Friday showcase of finals at Lingfield," Scanlon said. Chelmsford also has a ten-year media rights deal with SIS. Done's shareholding in SIS rose to 14 per cent after he acquired the Tote. Star Sports was one of many firms disappointed at not getting an opportunity to bet there, but owner Ben Keith plans to bid for a pitch when it comes up. In his regular blog he is cynical about the appearance of Ladbrokes and Hills on the list, but added: "I take this opportunity to wish the six successful independent applicants the very best of luck. I think the big days there will be just that, and I hope you all get a nice few quid. "Fred Done is a man that is an inspiration to every independent bookmaker in the country. Self-made, he has kicked on, and also kicked The Firms [the big three] in the balls at every opportunity!" |
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sorry I haven't mastered how to copy and paste, also that spelling guarantee was incorrect. would that have affected my application
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I would not think so. Perhaps your brown envelope was a touch light.
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LOOKING AT THE TOP 8.....I HOPE NOBODY CRACKS A JOKE
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BE ABOUT AS AMUSING AS WATCHING PAINT DRY
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In the business world unsuccessful applicants for a job can ask for and expect an explanation as to the reasons they were were not appointed. I suspect that particular right will not apply in this case. I suspect it would be difficult to differentiate between the various merits of the applicants outside the 'High Street set' and therefore the methodology used to determine the 16 named positions remains open to conjecture but probably some string pulling might have played a part. Genuine unsuccessful aspirants should start making plans to ensure their bids succeed in twelve months time when the sole criteria will be 'how much are you prepared to pay ?'.
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'were were' = 'were' oops ! This post discounted on grounds of lack of proof reading !
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Must admit there are some miserable buggers amongst that 8 . The pity is that factmachine is not on the list to liven it up a bit but some goon wailing bigger than the machine at the top of his voice is probably not seen as advantageous to the home firms business ethic .
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I don't see why an eloquently worded request as to why an applicant was overlooked[ particularly locally based ] should not warrant a reasoned reply
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DONEITHERE,AS ONE OF BRITAINS LEADING COMMISSION AGENTS AND EWAY FLIMPERS IM ASTOUNDED YOUR NOT ON THE LIST
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How local are those that are actually on the list?
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AS FOR "ENSURE A STRONG MARKET" BETFRED NUMBER ONE!
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No Corals?
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Oh sorry, did not see strong market.
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Is there any linking up allowed?
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'Eloquently worded request' - where can you get one of those adge ?
 I have heard one omitted party has taken his rejection as 'a personal insult' - his pride might never recover !!!  |
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For one of those books its a minimum 4hr round trip
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I'm sure one of the top 8 has probably tabled a motion in parliament as to why he's only got one pitch and not 5 of them.
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Ooh, You Are Awful, But I Like You!
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Feck me is the bald knocker appointing the judge as well......
There will be more Stewards Inquiries and amended results than ever before. Rancid operation and to site the Grandstand in the middle of the course shows how much thought has gone into it.... |
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the owner of the track betting in pick one that could be the start of a slippery slope.
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Anybody know who the 8 actually are?.......
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Pick one will have a restriction of sp only and no each-way so pick two will be a millionaire.....
The bald knocker will not take a bet so why has he got a pitch..... |
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paulie wallnuts • October 28, 2014 8:04 PM GMT
Anybody know who the 8 actually are?....... 1) Betfred 2) John White 3) Ladbrokes 4) Mel Attreed 5) Hills 6) Barry Johnson 7) Ed Thompson 8) Joe O'Gorman |
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Thank you Norfolk mafia.....
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Crumbs skinto has got something right at last ! Ooops that should read Norfolk. The precedent being set by the course owner having a pitch in the ring is debatable whether it is a conflict of interests is for the individual to decide.
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Another course you wont want to have a bet at = Barry you had result not getting a pick , as you would not be able to shout out honest prices like those in top 6 !!!
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The SPs will be 2pc a runner (or more) every race....the crowd will be minimal bar perhaps Saturday nights....and after around a year Barry Johnson will have 3 of the 8 picks and the tote will have "pitches" dotted around every drinking hole...
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