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Update as of 26-07-2016:
1. Despite rumours to the contrary, banter and in-jokes are not banned. We made the announcement below based on information that was available to us and as a result of feedback we received from a number of posters over a period of time as well as consultation with site admin. Since the announcement was made, we have not seen the need to take any action over this issue. We want to keep the board light hearted, as piss taking (within reason) has always been a part of BigFooty and none of us want that to change. We will only act if we feel that the banter goes too far, but as always, we will let you know first. We are accountable to all of you and we do not take any decision lightly.
Having said that, none other than the Chief himself has suggested that we follow these three rules for a happy board:
Playing the ball, not the man
Respecting each other
Ignoring people if you don't value their opinion and don't want to engage with them
And yes, moderators ARE bound by these rules too, so if you feel you are not being shown respect, let me know in private.
*waits for incoming torrent of abuse*
2. If you have any feedback, positive or negative, about the board, these will continue to be addressed via private message, as they always have been. The same rule applies to all boards on BigFooty, not just our own. Myself, robbieando and swansfan51 are all happy to answer your questions privately. We don't mind answering some general board questions in the random thoughts thread, but it would make our lives a lot easier if you follow the proper process. We are volunteers who enjoy reading and posting on the site as much as you do.
TL;DR version - inside jokes are not banned, address any complaints to us privately.
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Moderator Announcement 21-07-2016:
We have reached the stage where certain inside jokes on this board are becoming so noticeable that they are starting to scare off new posters and turn away existing ones. While we want the board to be as free flowing and lighthearted as possible, from now on posts that "exclude" or "target" posters either by bringing up their past posts, putting them into groups or categories or using abbreviations to describe a post or posters in a demeaning or belittling way will not be allowed on the main part of the Swans Board. As for posts made in the Bob Skilton Bar sub-forum, things will continue to be more relaxed there, but we'll use our own judgement as to what posts will be allowed.
Thanks
RW, robbieando and swansfan51
1. Despite rumours to the contrary, banter and in-jokes are not banned. We made the announcement below based on information that was available to us and as a result of feedback we received from a number of posters over a period of time as well as consultation with site admin. Since the announcement was made, we have not seen the need to take any action over this issue. We want to keep the board light hearted, as piss taking (within reason) has always been a part of BigFooty and none of us want that to change. We will only act if we feel that the banter goes too far, but as always, we will let you know first. We are accountable to all of you and we do not take any decision lightly.
Having said that, none other than the Chief himself has suggested that we follow these three rules for a happy board:
Playing the ball, not the man
Respecting each other
Ignoring people if you don't value their opinion and don't want to engage with them
And yes, moderators ARE bound by these rules too, so if you feel you are not being shown respect, let me know in private.
*waits for incoming torrent of abuse*
2. If you have any feedback, positive or negative, about the board, these will continue to be addressed via private message, as they always have been. The same rule applies to all boards on BigFooty, not just our own. Myself, robbieando and swansfan51 are all happy to answer your questions privately. We don't mind answering some general board questions in the random thoughts thread, but it would make our lives a lot easier if you follow the proper process. We are volunteers who enjoy reading and posting on the site as much as you do.
TL;DR version - inside jokes are not banned, address any complaints to us privately.
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Moderator Announcement 21-07-2016:
We have reached the stage where certain inside jokes on this board are becoming so noticeable that they are starting to scare off new posters and turn away existing ones. While we want the board to be as free flowing and lighthearted as possible, from now on posts that "exclude" or "target" posters either by bringing up their past posts, putting them into groups or categories or using abbreviations to describe a post or posters in a demeaning or belittling way will not be allowed on the main part of the Swans Board. As for posts made in the Bob Skilton Bar sub-forum, things will continue to be more relaxed there, but we'll use our own judgement as to what posts will be allowed.
Thanks
RW, robbieando and swansfan51
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