17th May

[newbe]

Hope we are allowed to go to Catalans. Could do with a cheeky weekend away in the sun.

[THE RED ROOSTER]

1 hour ago, creditwhereitsdews said:

There is also a mention of "trial events" from April 12. Hopefully that might mean a bit of live sport for those who want it.

See Comments from Surrey CCC CEO - No reason why the same could not apply to Championship and Championship 1 Clubs to hold trial events for ST holders only.

https://www.espncricinfo.com/story/cautious-optimism-from-county-cricket-as-government-points-to-return-of-spectators-1252644

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At present, shops, outdoor zoos and theme parks will be permitted to open from April 12. Cricket is sure to argue that it seems illogical to allow shoppers indoors but prevent a modest number of county cricket spectators watching a match while sitting outdoors. As a result, the ECB may request permission to hold trial events during this period which could result in a limited number of spectators attending Championship games before May 17. The County Championship season is scheduled to start on April 8.

"With outdoor leisure attractions like Thorpe Park, London Zoo and pub beer gardens all allowed to reopen on Monday April 12th, we very much hope that we will be permitted to open up the Kia Oval to some Surrey Members for our first home game of the season, three days later," Gould said.

"After this, we will continue with a phased reopening of the ground, working towards the government's subsequent key dates of Monday May 17th and Monday June 21st, when we host a T20 match against Essex.

 

[JohnM]

2 hours ago, DI Keith Fowler said:

I think there was a question in Parliament about this, I believe so and rugby was specifically mentioned with the clarification being, yes but not with scrums. 

And someone clearly shouted "that's rugby league". Think it was Mr Speaker.

[JohnM]

2 hours ago, Tommygilf said:

Lockdown ends 21st June, England v Czech Republic at Wembley 22nd 

Does it end, though? Its dependent on the data. 

[Tommygilf]

4 minutes ago, JohnM said:

Does it end, though? Its dependent on the data. 

*hopefully

[Chris Taylor]

3 hours ago, Davo5 said:

Good news for city,they can finally sell out the Emptihad

First Challenge Cup Final in years to be "Sold Out" some nice PR spin for the RFL.

[Man of Kent]

20 minutes ago, Chris Taylor said:

First Challenge Cup Final in years to be "Sold Out" some nice PR spin for the RFL.

Should be allowed full crowds by then, so maybe not. 

Good news for the World Cup, mind.

[Chris Taylor]

14 minutes ago, Man of Kent said:

Should be allowed full crowds by then, so maybe not. 

Good news for the World Cup, mind.

It's brilliant news for the World Cup. 

[del capo]

3 hours ago, barnyia said:

29th march for team amateur team sports? 

Doed this include rl? 

No clubhouse facilities until May 17 at least ?

No shower/ changing rooms until June 21 ?

Basically no income generating facilities or ablutions until midsummer.

Mark L at the RFL will no doubt be seeking clarity from Government.

Park football and out of hours school games for the kids  seem to get  the green light  much sooner though

[Cumbrian Fanatic]

1 hour ago, Chris Taylor said:

First Challenge Cup Final in years to be "Sold Out" some nice PR spin for the RFL.

Got an email already about tickets - they've extended the 25% discount by a week

[Harry Stottle]

11 hours ago, JohnM said:

And someone clearly shouted "that's rugby league". Think it was Mr Speaker.

Yeah it was very clear John, wouldn't bet on who it was though.