The club responded to this request with the issuance of a statement reading "In good faith, the club, through its lawyers, are arranging a mutually convenient time for a meeting with Bill Power and his representatives to take place in order to make progress in this matter. It is hoped that this meeting will take place next week." Following this meeting, Bill Power sent a letter to all members of the trust re-affirming his commitment to the takeover bid and also saying "I am committed to fans owning a share in the club and taking part in the club as a business, as well as enjoying direct influences at board level through elected supporter directors."