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Tony Holloway

It is with deep regret that we have to report the passing of Trust board member Tony Holloway.

Tony, who joined the Trust board earlier this year, lived in Pontypridd and was an independent financial adviser.

Tony joined the board saying he wanted to see a stronger voice for fans in its relationship with the club and wanted to see better communications.

He was a Bluebirds fan for more than 50 years, watching his first match immediately after the European Cup Winners’ Cup Semi-Final v SV Hamburg in 1968.

Trust chair Keith Morgan said: “We are all absolutely devastated and stunned at the sudden passing of Tony who had been due to attend a board meeting earlier this week.

“Although Tony only joined the board earlier this year, he was already making a very valuable contribution to our work on behalf of fans. Tony was a loyal and fervent supporter of the Bluebirds who always wanted the best for the team. We offer our sincerest condolences to Tony’s family.”

Who are you?  Jeremy Williams

Where do you live?  Penarth

What do you do for a living?  Account Manager for an IT Solutions and Services Provider.

Why did you join the Trust? To help with building a stronger relationship between our club and supporters.

Why would you encourage fans to join the Trust? By growing the number of Trust members will ensure it has a greater voice within its dealings with the club which will help with clarity and understanding of what goes on day-to-day.

Why did you seek election to the Trust Board? Having followed the activities of the Trust since its inception I thought the time was right to contribute to their work and assist with its growth, development and activities in the future.

What is your aim for the Trust over the next 12 months?  Growing the number of Trust members is key to a better working relationship with the club – that has to be our aim in the future.

How long have you supported City? I first attended a City match in early 1969, I don’t remember too much about it as I stood at the front of the old Enclosure with my Uncle and could hardly see a thing!

What was your favourite City match?  I never forget the crowd at the Hereford game in the mid-70’s, absolutely packed after Malcolm Allison’s comments that we’d never fill Ninian Park! Also taking my son Alex to his first match in 2002 – a quiet game involving City and Leeds United in the FA Cup; what an introduction to the club that was for him!

Who is your favourite City player/s?  After 50-odd years of supporting City there are so many players that stick in the memory such as John Toshack, Brian Clark, Tony Evans, Phil Dwyer, Graham Kavanagh, Peter Thorne, Michael Chopra and Peter Whittingham.

The latest Trust magazine, Moving To A Different Beat, is out and the cover is decked out in pink in recognition of Cardiff City’s new away kit.

The 16-page magazine features a superb piece by BBC Wales Football Correspondent, Rob Phillips as he talks about the issues with managers’ Press conference over Zoom and much more.

Paul Evans talks about the changes Covid has made to his life of supporting the Bluebirds while David Collins reviews board member Tim Hartley’s book, The World At Your Feet and Rob Jeffery also contributes his usual Bluebird Brainteasers quiz.

Why not join the Trust and help us increase the voice of fans? Membership is just £12 a year. Our office is next to Gate 5 at the stadium.

Who are you? Michael Spear

Where do you live? Barry.

What do you do for a living? Retired Seaman (Logistics Supply Officer with Royal Fleet Auxiliary).

Why did you join the Trust? Initially, joined the trust to show support to an organisation that was actively seeking to influence club decisions and to push views of City fans up to club board level.

Why would you encourage fans to join the Trust? A bigger membership equals a bigger voice. I would urge City fans to join and be active in voicing their concerns and communicating their views through the Trust. Recent events, that saw the collapse of the ESL proved fan power does work.

Why did you seek election to the Trust Board?

I am passionate about my football club. Since retirement, I have the time on my hands to push for and maintain conditions for all city fans. Being a member of the board will enable me to be at the coal face. Being a regular at away games and being a member of various CCFC forums, keeps me in touch with a very broad view of how our club is perceived by fans and how they feel about current issues.

What is your aim for the Trust over the next 12 months? Put pressure on club executives to improve communication with fans. Such as an official announcement of short and long-term strategies; secure fan representation at club board level; and importantly help those fans feeling vulnerable/disenfranchised by club policies.

How long have you supported City? All my life. First game was Fulham at home February 1972, aged 8 years. A 1-0 win with a goal by Brian Clark.

What was your favourite City match? City v Hereford United 1975-76 season. A bumper crowd of near 36,000 under the floodlights. Beating the league’s runaway leaders. Some would argue there have been some bigger games since. But this game still holds the most special memories for me.

Who is your favourite City player/s?  Willie Anderson, Michael Chopra and Peter Whittingham in that order.

Trust chair Keith Morgan paid tribute to former Cardiff City manager, Len Ashurst, whose passing was announced today at the age of 82.

Keith Morgan said: “The Trust was saddened to learn of Len’s passing. He will be remembered with fondness over his two periods managing Cardiff City for 200 games in the 1980s and early 1990s, including leading the Bluebirds to a promotion from old Third Division. He also enjoyed considerable success at our neighbours, Newport County.

“We wish to offer our deepest condolences to Len’s family and close friends.”