| STATEMENT BY ANDY GRICE - THE STOCKPORT ONE 18:59 - May 14 with 2413 views | the_stockport_one |
Statement by Andy Grice (The Stockport One)
Following the apology placed on the Blackpool FC Fans Forum Fansonline by Samuel Oyston on Tuesday, I would like to thank the many people who have sent messages of support.
I am pleased that this issue has finally been brought to a conclusion and I accept the apology made by Mr Oyston.
In my line of work, professional reputation is vitally important. The types of allegation made were not only personally distressing but also had the potential to undermine my professional standing. I have always conducted myself with great propriety in my work. Also, I have a reputation for honesty and reliability that is second to none; and have always provided excellent service for my various employers. Therefore, to have to face these types of unsubstantiated and untrue allegations has been particularly galling.
Challenging these allegations has taken me a great deal of time and energy. Mr Oyston was offered many opportunities to apologise for his rash and untrue statements. And I suggested several times that a simple apology and retraction from him would end the matter.
Instead, he refused to apologise. After explaining that I would seek legal advice, Mr Oyston replied, 'you are right, probably best leave it to the legals now. But just think before you enter into something you may regret'.
When I suggested yet again on a forum that Mr Oyston should apologise for his action, the following statement appeared on his twitter account - 'After reading the fans forums, can someone tell the Stockport One to stop asking for an apology!! #never #dreaming’.
At no time have I ever made any personal attack on Samuel Oyston and would never do so. I am extremely disappointed he resorted to these untrue allegations and then persisted in a course of action that could easily have been avoided if he had just taken responsibility for the mistakes he made.
The last few months has been a very stressful period for me, having to deal with this case and all the surrounding issues.
During this legal case I resigned my position as a committee member with Blackpool Supporters Trust (BST) in order to fully concentrate my efforts on clearing my name and also to ensure that this legal issue would not prove a distraction for the Trust. I look forward to having the opportunity of returning to my position on the BST committee and helping the Trust in putting football back to the forefront of Blackpool F.C.
I tried to resolve this matter without having to resort to a costly and time-consuming court case but was rebuffed at every turn. In addition I always treated both Sam Oyston and the matter of the dispute with full respect and sincerity. However, I am sad to say that I was not treated with the same degree of consideration by Mr Oyston. He appeared to invite and welcome conflict, and in this regard his conduct reminded me very much of that widely associated with the current owners of the football club.
There has never been any intention on my part to gain money from this case, simply to clear my name and to maintain a reputation in the industry that I work, which has taken me a lifetime to build.
Finally, I would like to thank my legal team who have been very professional during this stressful time. I can't thank them enough. Not only their time but also their advice and patience during the case. They know who they are and they deserve more praise than myself from the fans of our fantastic Football Club.
THE STOCKPORT ONE IS FREED |  | | |  |
| STATEMENT BY ANDY GRICE - THE STOCKPORT ONE on 19:05 - May 14 with 2387 views | Poolman |
A decision based on common sense and one that I hope shows those at the helm of the club that money doesn't give them the right to say anything they like (reap what you sow seems appropriate). | |
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| STATEMENT BY ANDY GRICE - THE STOCKPORT ONE on 19:11 - May 14 with 2337 views | AVFTTConvert |
| STATEMENT BY ANDY GRICE - THE STOCKPORT ONE on 19:05 - May 14 by Poolman |
A decision based on common sense and one that I hope shows those at the helm of the club that money doesn't give them the right to say anything they like (reap what you sow seems appropriate). |
Well done Andy = will that tie you over now the casino has closed? What's happening with it? | |
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| STATEMENT BY ANDY GRICE - THE STOCKPORT ONE on 19:18 - May 14 with 2288 views | steve_g |
Think you've single-handedly ensured that Sammy boy won't be put in charge of Grandaddy's company! | |
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| STATEMENT BY ANDY GRICE - THE STOCKPORT ONE on 20:04 - May 14 with 2227 views | TwoPhillips |
| STATEMENT BY ANDY GRICE - THE STOCKPORT ONE on 19:18 - May 14 by steve_g |
Think you've single-handedly ensured that Sammy boy won't be put in charge of Grandaddy's company! |
Well done Andy mate - hope there's a few pennies left over for a celebration! | |
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| STATEMENT BY ANDY GRICE - THE STOCKPORT ONE on 06:33 - May 15 with 2148 views | we_are_Superior |
| STATEMENT BY ANDY GRICE - THE STOCKPORT ONE on 20:04 - May 14 by TwoPhillips |
Well done Andy mate - hope there's a few pennies left over for a celebration! |
Congrats Andy | |
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| STATEMENT BY ANDY GRICE - THE STOCKPORT ONE on 06:44 - May 15 with 2142 views | BringBackTheRedRoom |
Well done Andy  |  |
| ‘Where there is harmony, may we bring discord. Where there is truth, may we bring error. Where there is faith, may we bring doubt. And where there is hope, may we bring despair’ |
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| STATEMENT BY ANDY GRICE - THE STOCKPORT ONE on 13:01 - May 15 with 2113 views | seasider13 |
Just because you are wealthy doesn't mean you have class,
Congratulations Andy on a well deserved victory. |  |
| No man is rich enough to buy back his past. |
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