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Last month, the Trust and other supporter groups met with the Club’s retail operations, Kappa and Fanatics. After the much-publicised issues with the Season 2019/20 kit, it was an opportunity for them to address our concerns, share their plans and get our feedback to help improve the relationship with fans. As you know the KappaRead more

Minutes from Away Fan Consultation Meeting held on Thursday 5th March 2020 Attendees: Away Fans Consultation Group – Anne Edwards, Anton Cuscito, Thomas Cole, Steve Hollyoake. Fans Consultation Group – John Gillett, Lions Clubs; Mo Razzaq, Aston Villa Supporters’ Trust; Joanne McKibbens, Aston Villa Disabled Supporters’ Assosciation. Club Representatives – Lynne O’Reardon, Head of TicketingRead more

We were delighted to have the one and only Tony Daley as one of our special guests for a Q&A session at our AGM on Tuesday 18th February. Here is a podcast courtesy of our own Jonny Gould from the evening.  Read more

At the annual general meeting held on 18 February 2020, at Villa Park, Birmingham all the resolutions were duly passed.  This included a combination of ordinary and special resolutions as detailed below in the minutes. Thank you again to all those members who either attended in person or submitted their preferences in advance of theRead more

Members attending the AGM on 18 Feb at Villa Park will have the opportunity to bid for Club Wembley tickets, donated to the Trust, for the Carabao Cup Final on March 1st. All the proceeds will be going to the Aston Villa Foundation. There will be 4 tickets up for grabs on the night. ToRead more

The Trust’s Annual General Meeting will be on Tue Feb 18 at the Holte, Suite Villa Park. There will be a Q&A with Christian Purslow and special guest Tony Daley. Please arrive by 6:45pm for a prompt start at 7pm. Members will have received a formal notice by email; if you are unable to attend, pleaseRead more

After the positive performance at Old Trafford in December what has happened to our season? Howard & Jonny discuss the season ahead with their thoughts on the transfer window and whether it’ll be make or break for Dean Smith and Christian Purslow. Have a listen via Soundcloud and Apple. Trust membership from only £5 per year.Read more

The Trust and other supporter groups met with Villa CEO Christian Purslow on Tuesday 10th December for our twice a season meeting. Here is an overview of the matters that were discussed. Fan Representatives Joe Costello, Heroes & Villans; Jon Knibb, Lions Clubs; Scott Jones, Villa Talk; Ian Stokes, Vital Villa; Nick Sanders, avillafan.com; PeterRead more

Ron Saunders changed Aston Villa forever. As today’s players run past the famous European Cup trophy before every home game, it shows what’s possible at our remarkable club. Even our first league title in 71 years was put in the shade by the remarkable victory over Bayern Munich. Though his assistant Tony Barton took charge,Read more

Howard and Jonny get together for the Villa Trust Christmas Podcast to discuss Villa’s progress on the back of Grealish’s “worldie” at Old Trafford. Jack for England A new contract for Dean Smith Games over the festive period January transfer window Midseason appraisal Trust AGM Have a listen via Apple, Spotify and Soundcloud. Trust membership from only £5 perRead more