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ghost liked gios's post in the thread 82045 The way ahead?.
September Engineering News Update now live: http://www.82045.org.uk/news/82045_news-sep26.html
Sep 28, 2026 at 10:45 PM -
ghost liked Steve's post in the thread North Yorkshire Moors Railway General Discussion.
If realistic figures are put into the equation, the results are realistic. An industrial 0-6-0 is going to command £500/day and should be looking for 100 days/year. That’s £50k/year or £500k for the mythical 10 year ticket. A medium size ex BR...
Sep 28, 2026 at 9:30 PM -
ghost liked Jamessquared's post in the thread North Yorkshire Moors Railway General Discussion.
I think expecting loco overhauls to be paid out of running costs is extremely optimistic. For example, you could spend £100k on an overhaul and depreciate it over 10 years, so £10k per year. If you are really cute, you put £10k per year away for...
Sep 28, 2026 at 9:28 PM -
ghost replied to the thread Collection X.
Owned by Welsh Slate until purchase by the VoR: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-55751179
Sep 28, 2026 at 11:27 AM -
ghost replied to the thread North Yorkshire Moors Railway General Discussion.
The first is perhaps an answer that would be given to someone enquiring about the AGM of Big Company PLC. The second is an answer given to someone enquiring about a heritage railway that is not only reliant on a group of volunteers giving up...
Sep 28, 2026 at 10:17 AM -
ghost liked 35B's post in the thread North Yorkshire Moors Railway General Discussion.
The factual answer is appreciated, and it's understood that you can't give commitments. However, terms like "I hope..." would go a long way to signalling where you would wish things to go.
Sep 28, 2026 at 10:06 AM -
ghost liked Jamessquared's post in the thread North Yorkshire Moors Railway General Discussion.
Yes, but there are ways you could answer that question. Q: "Is it possible for members to ask questions from the floor?" A: "No, under [legislation] the business of the AGM can only deal with formal motions. Moreover, because of the postal...
Sep 28, 2026 at 10:05 AM -
ghost liked Steve's post in the thread North Yorkshire Moors Railway General Discussion.
Keeping your supporters on board and informed is a key attribute of any organisation. It amazes me the a CEO with a background in marketing and publicity does not know and understand this. I had the pleasure to be introduced to @Jonnie of this...
Sep 28, 2026 at 10:04 AM -
ghost replied to the thread North Yorkshire Moors Railway General Discussion.
But in the context of recent discussions on here about the need to engage volunteers and gain their support and financial support, why not say “legally questions are not allowed, but in the interests of openness and keeping everyone on board, it...
Sep 28, 2026 at 6:18 AM -
ghost liked Steve's post in the thread North Yorkshire Moors Railway General Discussion.
It’s a very convenient excuse for the ruling class to avoid any questions that they don’t like.
Sep 28, 2026 at 6:10 AM -
ghost liked Jamessquared's post in the thread North Yorkshire Moors Railway General Discussion.
I think that's another of your legally correct and emotionally wrong answers! In other words, I have no doubt that your reading of the law is correct. But the NYMR desperately needs its stakeholders to feel engaged, and being able to ask...
Sep 28, 2026 at 6:10 AM -
ghost replied to the thread North Yorkshire Moors Railway General Discussion.
Yes that's true, but if it had been even considered and then rejected at board level, I think John would've mentioned it. I think you probably underestimate John's persuasive powers...see gift aid and delay repay
Sep 27, 2026 at 7:09 PM -
ghost replied to the thread North Yorkshire Moors Railway General Discussion.
So if you believe that conversion to a CBS is the best option, and bearing in mind that until very recently you were on the board with a position of great influence, why has the process of conversion not been started?
Sep 27, 2026 at 8:53 AM -
ghost liked Steve's post in the thread North Yorkshire Moors Railway General Discussion.
The lack of communication is one of the biggest mistakes those in charge are making. As is evidenced here and elsewhere, lack of information leads to speculation, rumour and gossip and that can soon escalate and become quite damaging. Virtually...
Sep 26, 2026 at 5:57 PM -
ghost liked Pete Thornhill's post in the thread North Yorkshire Moors Railway General Discussion.
That’s a shame the communication couldn’t be maintained as engagement and transparency are useful tools, especially when for fundraising purposes. Away from the NYMR, the GWSR & SVR offer good examples of where this has contributed to successful...
Sep 26, 2026 at 5:56 PM
