Rayo Relents
Mariano de Paco, the Minister of Culture, Tourism and Sport, has confirmed on Monday that Rayo Vallecano will open its doors tomorrow for a Community of Madrid inspection to start urgent works as the club had blocked access two consecutive days.**
'This is not an opposition between the club and the Community, but a call for responsibility towards the club itself,' the minister assured in statements after meeting with Rayo's board and a player representative.
Top Priority: Play in Madrid
The Community of Madrid technicians, along with contracted companies, will inspect 'fundamental' elements related to safety issues highlighted by the audit. Once verified, a technical report will be issued, says De Paco.
After last week's intensification of the conflict between the regional government and Rayo Vallecano over blocking access for Community sent technicians to start planned works, the stadium will now open its doors. The auditorium will inspect 'fundamental' elements related to safety issues highlighted by the audit.
The minister has criticized the club's attitude as a lack of respect and responsibility towards fans who are considering returning their subscriptions if Rayo plays outside Vallecas. He appealed for 'moral responsibility' from the club in this situation.
Consumer organization Facua, has asked Rayo Vallecano to provide proportional refunds to fans unable to attend matches played outside the Community of Madrid. The association reminded that fans have a right to recover amounts corresponding to each match they cannot enjoy due to the distance making it necessary to incur extra travel and accommodation costs that many subscribers cannot afford.
