maydrakin Posted February 9, 2013 Share Posted February 9, 2013 "A society is judged by how it treats it's weakest members" Derby County has decided to care less for those that could be described as in the weakest position, therefore we can judge them in a harsher light. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davenportram Posted February 9, 2013 Share Posted February 9, 2013 They have also acted on the issue and changed the category of the disabled corner. i guess good news isn't as worthy of comment as bad news Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maydrakin Posted February 9, 2013 Share Posted February 9, 2013 Incidentally, I have written to the club outlining my concerns and dissatisfaction with their new policies. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davenportram Posted February 9, 2013 Share Posted February 9, 2013 Incidentally, I have written to the club outlining my concerns and dissatisfaction with their new policies. they have also acted on others concerns and complaints already. See the thread called Disabled Season Ticket - some good news Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maydrakin Posted February 9, 2013 Share Posted February 9, 2013 They have also acted on the issue and changed the category of the disabled corner. i guess good news isn't as worthy of comment as bad news And this affects OAPs in what way? I was unaware of the change to the disabled area, which is good, but it is not the full picture. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davenportram Posted February 9, 2013 Share Posted February 9, 2013 And this affects OAPs in what way? I was unaware of the change to the disabled area, which is good, but it is not the full picture. but its a start Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boycie Posted February 9, 2013 Share Posted February 9, 2013 Do airlines offer reductions for non wheelchair disabled customers? In fact, what do they charge for a disabled person who has to use a wheel chair and needs extra leg room? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eddie Posted February 9, 2013 Share Posted February 9, 2013 Ok, I'll debate it with you. I believe that senior and disabled prices have been too cheap in the past. Maybe the increases have been disproportionate but if it brings prices into line with our competitors, as DCFC state, I don't think there is much room for complaint. Discuss. No more disabled fans. Job done. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eddie Posted February 9, 2013 Share Posted February 9, 2013 They have also acted on the issue and changed the category of the disabled corner. i guess good news isn't as worthy of comment as bad news In my sister's case, that counts for nothing at the moment. She is not situated in that area. Also, if able-bodied fans have a Category E, why can't disabled fans with mobility problems also have a Category E? If you think that the club grudgingly giving an inch after taking a mile is 'good news', I'm darned sure I don't. I think it's a sop to deflect the issue, hurriedly cobbled together in the face of almost universal criticism. You cannot get away from the conclusion that it looks like the disabled and elderly fans are subsidising the new South Stand area. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ramesses Posted February 9, 2013 Share Posted February 9, 2013 …and let me tell you comrades, we’re all in this together. And I give you my cast iron guarantee that, under my watch, promotion will remain just a mere two seasons away. And as for those price hikes for the old and the disabled - a big boy did it and ran away… http://www.dcfc.co.uk/cms_images/player/rushforum4x3129-585342_478x359 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eddie Posted February 9, 2013 Share Posted February 9, 2013 He looks like a child eating a cornet of chocolate ice-cream, and he's got it all round his mouth. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G STAR RAM Posted February 11, 2013 Share Posted February 11, 2013 And this affects OAPs in what way? I was unaware of the change to the disabled area, which is good, but it is not the full picture. It doesn't but there again OAPs have not been hit with big increases anyway have they? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G STAR RAM Posted February 11, 2013 Share Posted February 11, 2013 No more disabled fans. Job done. So you didn't want to debate it after all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eddie Posted February 11, 2013 Share Posted February 11, 2013 So you didn't want to debate it after all. There is no debate at the moment, until I have seen a representative at the club. I certainly have nothing to gain by attempting to draw consensus from an internet warrior who seems to have no intention of doing anything except gainsaying. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G STAR RAM Posted February 11, 2013 Share Posted February 11, 2013 There is no debate at the moment, until I have seen a representative at the club. I certainly have nothing to gain by attempting to draw consensus from an internet warrior who seems to have no intention of doing anything except gainsaying. So because my opinion is different to yours I am 'a keyboard warrior'? Interesting. I notice you refer to the 60-65 bracket 'the elderly' I wonder what most of them think to that? I also notice that you think that 'the elderly' and disabled are subsidising others tickets...hasn't it been the other way round for the past 15 or so years? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcsilks Posted February 11, 2013 Share Posted February 11, 2013 I say the disabled fans in work should pay the same as everyone else. Why should there be concessions for the disabled? We live in a modern world of equal opportunity (most developed countries that is) and there are jobs a plenty for all irrespective of many disabilities. I would have concessions merely for those that are unable to work (i.e. children and the retired). Aside from that, we're all equal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rammieib Posted February 11, 2013 Share Posted February 11, 2013 MCsilks - Are you saying that individuals who require carers to go about a normality of life shouldn't be entitled to a discount? If so, are you also saying you would have no issue in being disabled yourself as it wouldn't mean any less or mroe than being a normal abled body? I for one am extremely lucky and fortunate I can go about my normal life and wouldn't want a disability to occur in any individual. I woudl still let them in for free (or a small fee to cover the costs of managing them from a DCFC perspective). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G STAR RAM Posted February 11, 2013 Share Posted February 11, 2013 MCsilks - Are you saying that individuals who require carers to go about a normality of life shouldn't be entitled to a discount? If so, are you also saying you would have no issue in being disabled yourself as it wouldn't mean any less or mroe than being a normal abled body? I for one am extremely lucky and fortunate I can go about my normal life and wouldn't want a disability to occur in any individual. I woudl still let them in for free (or a small fee to cover the costs of managing them from a DCFC perspective). That's quite clearly not what he said! He said if people are fit to work then they should not receive concessions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcsilks Posted February 11, 2013 Share Posted February 11, 2013 MCsilks - Are you saying that individuals who require carers to go about a normality of life shouldn't be entitled to a discount? If so, are you also saying you would have no issue in being disabled yourself as it wouldn't mean any less or mroe than being a normal abled body? I for one am extremely lucky and fortunate I can go about my normal life and wouldn't want a disability to occur in any individual. I woudl still let them in for free (or a small fee to cover the costs of managing them from a DCFC perspective). Hogwash. I earn a salary. I pay my way. The disabled earn a salary. They pay their way. Have I put it succinctly enough for you? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maydrakin Posted February 11, 2013 Share Posted February 11, 2013 It doesn't but there again OAPs have not been hit with big increases anyway have they? My dad, who is a senior has see a rise of approx 35%. I'd call that substantial enough to have a bloody good complaint... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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