Taunton Town concede another HMRC winding-up petition inevitable
They admit bad weather means their income simply hasn't covered their costs
Last updated 6th Mar 2024
The bad weather really hasn't been on the side of sport here in Somerset - and Taunton Town have issued a stark warning to fans.
With more games getting postponed, including yesterday's fixture against Slough Town, supporters are asked to support the club as much as they can as they work through deep financial issues.
Bosses say they can't meet their HMRC commitment - and so, for the second time this year, another winding up order, and league transfer embargo, is 'unavoidable'.
They've revealed Peacocks players haven't been paid their full salary for February - and other staff haven't been paid at all.
'Small amount' of income
In a statement on their website, Taunton Town FC said: "The number of home games postponed due the volume of rain these past weeks has only deepened the financial challenges the club is experiencing.
"As a result, the club has been unable to meet its salary commitments for February (payment due on the 5thMarch 2024). Using the small amount of income the club has received in February, it has agreed with the players to pay an affordable percentage of their expected sum. The difference will be paid as soon as the club is able to. The remainder of the club staffing team have unfortunately not been paid.
"Disappointingly the lack of income does mean that the club is unable to meet its HMRC commitment. Having already exhausted payment plan options with the Revenue, another winding up order and league transfer embargo could be unavoidable. The club will endeavour to continue to provide updates on the situation when we can.
"Tickets for the remaining home games can be purchased online via the club website. Doing so in advance would significantly assist the club in this challenging time. Further to this, tickets are now available for the exhibition match between Manchester United Legends vs Taunton Town Legends on 19th May. Your support will be greatly appreciated."
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