Puppetmaster (I prefer Big Mac) you are being a bit harsh on the council leader for something which is outside of her control. As I said many, many months ago and at the risk of being called a troublemaker again, you are dealing with charity land, Charity Commissioners, solicitors here and does anyone know one that moves at the speed you would like them to???
The council as I understand it are trying to compulsorily purchase the land from the charity and believe me, that takes quite some time at the speed the Charity Commission and Legal Departments work. After that it isn't just a question of the council paying for a new stand. They are wanting to develop the whole of the Pow Beck valley and they need to find the money for that work as well.
The board of directors hands will be well and truly tied and I'm sure my old mate Des and the others are feeling as frustrated as everyone else, including the council funny enough!!!