Fact-Checking the EGM: Setting the Record Straight - Issue 2

Dear [[firstname]]

It is likely that you are being sent messages on WhatsApp groups or flyers that have assertions in them. In the lead up to the EGM, we think it is necessary to 'Fact Check' some of these assertions and provide clarity.

The Claim : "DSCL was set up to protect squash, racketball and tennis and has authority over the club”

  • The Reality : INCORRECT. DSCL was originally set up by the squash and tennis clubs merely as a ‘holding company’ for the premises.
  • Evidence : The attached copy of the original handwritten minutes from 1959 which state

‘The Secretary reported on a very amicable meeting…The following points were agreed:

That it seemed desirable to go ahead with the purchase of the premises
That the entire premises when purchased be in charge of a ‘holding company…’

The Claim: "The EGM isn't urgent and can wait."

  • The Reality : INCORRECT. These legal updates are necessary to protect the members right now, regardless of any future building plans.
  • The Benefit : Voting YES immediately protects every single member by limiting personal liability to £1 and firmly puts the general membership in charge of all major decisions.

The Claim : 'To vote by email you have to download the form and tick each box, scan it and return it'

  • The Reality : PARTLY CORRECT - You only need to use the form if you want to vote on each resolution individually.
  • If you want to accept (or reject) all 12 resolutions at once, simply send an email to 'Secretary@duffieldrf.club' stating that you want to accept (or reject) all the 12 resolutions (a-l), and add your name.

Your Club Council

27/10/2026

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