Barrie Hobbins looking to secure Welling United's future ahead of the weekend
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by Matthew Panting
Welling joint-owner Barrie Hobbins is hopeful of resolving the
club's future before they are due to appear in the High Court next
week.
The Wings revealed last Thursday that they have been served with
a winding-up petition by HMRC, who they owe nearly £90,000.
But Mr Hobbins (pictured) is hoping that a repayment plan can be
put in place later this week, with the club having already paid
more than a third of the money due.
"I've spoken to a specialist who deals with this, based in
Leicestershire, that we've been put in touch with through a
season-ticket holder," said Mr Hobbins.
"They've asked me to provide a realistic payment plan to put
forward to HMRC.
"We're expecting to have a further £15,000 (for HMRC) this week,
on top of the £30,000 already paid, and then have a plan in place
for the remainder.
"This company will go back to HMRC and negotiate, hopefully, a
sensible deal.
"Hopefully that would be resolved before this weekend. I can't
say I expect it to happen as it does depend on someone else saying
yes or no."
Mr Hobbins has been heartened by the response of the club's
fans, with more than 100 attending an open meeting at Park View
Road on Saturday where more than £4,000 was raised in
donations.
The Wings have also been approached by as many as six potential
new investors, although talks are still believed to be at an
informal stage.
Mr Hobbins added: "I've never assumed it was all doom and gloom.
There's the possibility that we can reach agreement, and that's
quite common.
"There's no point closing down a business if you can get your
money back.
"I've sent 18 pages of cashflow and projections through and
we're hoping to have the petition dismissed or adjourned."
Tuesday, August 17 2010
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