Fans relief as rebrand plans face collapse

By Hugo Varley
FANS campaigning to save North Ferriby United have been given fresh hope after proposals by unpopular owner Carl Chadwick to re-name and re-locate the club appeared to fall through this week.
Chadwick’s plans were reportedly turned down by FA chiefs, forcing the Villagers’ owner to consider relinquishing his control of the club.
“It is certainly good news,” said Matthew Kempson, who has played a leading role in the fans’ campaign, which attracted over 10,000 signatures. “It is absolutely brilliant ...