Following reports in a number of the national newspapers over the weekend, I would like to say the following:

Yes, we have had a number of problems over the past few weeks which we are endeavouring to sort out.

Contracts and salaries are an issue but we are working through them as speedily as possible. We are extremely keen to maintain the services of Ian Harvey, who has been such a successful player for the Club, along with signing a second overseas player. Further, we will be working to sort out other contractual issues over the next few weeks. That said, members of the Club will understand that we do not have an open cheque book.

It is a difficult time for the Club, but we do need to support the team and the coaching staff. What we now have to do is to concentrate on the positives and to move forward and concentrate on gaining promotion in the Norwich Union League, as well as continuing to chase what is now an outside chance of promotion in the County Championship.

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