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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Supporters Trust?

A Supporters Trust is a democratic, non-profit organisation of supporters who are committed to :
  • Giving Inverness Caledonian Thistle supporters a greater say in the decisions made by the Football Club
  • Strengthening the links between Inverness Caledonian Thistle and the local community.

What are the aims of The Supporters Trust?

These will have to be agreed once the trust has been formally established, but are likely to include the following :
  • Creation of a Independent voice for Inverness Caledonian Thistle Supporters.
  • Creation of a supporters/shareholders group, combining the votes of individual shareholders.
  • To build a block of shares in Inverness Caledonian Thistle which are collectively held by the trust.
  • The Trust will seek a place on the Football Club Board of Directors to give supporters a genuine voice and help bridge the gap between the club and the local community.
  • To bring the Club closer to the local community.
  • To Raise money to finance the future development of the club on and off the pitch.

So why does Inverness Caledonian Thistle need a Supporters Trust?

  • It is felt that many of the ordinary supporters do not have a voice in what is happening with their Club.
  • Despite the success of recent years hardcore support remains relatively low.
  • Many local football fans leave the area every Saturday to support other teams - we need to encourage them to watch ICT.

We already have a Supporters Club. What is the difference between it and a Supporters Trust?

  • If the Trust is constituted as an Industrial and Provident Society ( IPS), it will be able to access funding to assist with the on and off-field development of the Football Club.
  • The Trust will publish regular information bulletins to keep its members up to date with important issues. Above all, it will be committed to democracy, transparency and accountability.

So how will the Trust Work?

The Trust relies on 3 basic principles:
  • It has a clear set of rules and aims, and must operate to the benefit of the local community.
  • The Trust is a democratic body - its members will all have a equal stake and can elect a committee from the membership.
  • No individuals can profit from the activities of the Trust.

The Trust is registered as an Industrial and Provident Society, with very clear rules about its operation.

Supporters are asked to join the Trust by paying an annual membership fee entitling them to a share in the Trust.

They will be able to participate in Trust meetings and be eligible for elections to the Trust’s Management Committee.

We hope that this will answer some of the questions you may have about the Supporters Trust. Inverness Caledonian Thistle Football Club need the Voice of the supporters to be heard. Support the Trust and help make a difference in the club and the community!