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The Citizens Trust

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Established in 2026, we represent the views of our members and act as a democratic, accountable voice promoting the interests of Manchester City supporters. thecitizenstrust.org

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The Citizens Trust @mcfctrust.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
THE CITIZENS TRUST - MANCHESTER CITY SUPPORTERS' UNION STATEMENT ON PREMIER LEAGUE VERDICT Have your say, join the trust: thecitizenstrust.org/join-the-tru...
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The Citizens Trust @mcfctrust.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
HOLDING STATEMENT ON CHARGE LEAKS
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The Citizens Trust @mcfctrust.bsky.social · 13/09/2026
We've dropped a donation off at @mufcfoodbank before kickoff today, we're more than glad to back their efforts supporting Mancunians in poverty across South Manchester 🤝🩵 #SolidarityNotCharity #HungerDoesntWearClubColours
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The Citizens Trust @mcfctrust.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
On Tuesday our Interim Chair, Nick Clarke, was invited to Parliament as a speaker on the Football Supporters APPG He took the opportunity to highlight to MPs the City fanbase in recent years, both in their support of MCFC Fans Foodbank Support & willingness to fight on supporter issues 🤝
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The Citizens Trust @mcfctrust.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
As part of our membership drive before Coventry, we also brought in a new season discount! 🩵 Join the first ever MCFC supporters' trust for just a fiver in the first year of membership - use your voice, build our strength 🤝 Discount on checkout: tinyurl.com/JoinThe-Trust
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The Citizens Trust @mcfctrust.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
🚨 TRUST MEMBERSHIP DRIVE BEFORE COVENTRY 🚨 We're flyering fans outside the ground tomorrow, take one when you see us or help us out on the day! 🩵 The bigger the Trust, the stronger our voice 🤝 NEW £5 MEMBERSHIP DISCOUNT applied on checkout: tinyurl.com/JoinThe-Trust
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The Citizens Trust @mcfctrust.bsky.social · 29/08/2026
It was an absolute pleasure and a privilege for the Supporters' Union to be invited by Canal Street Blues to join the Manchester Pride Parade ✊🩵 🏳️‍🌈 🏳️‍⚧️ CSB have been going for 12 years, acting as the heart of City's LGBTQ+ fan community and we couldn't be prouder to be here with them 🤝
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The Citizens Trust @mcfctrust.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
The Club responded today with the following key points - we'll allow fans to draw their own conclusions from our email and the response. As a Trust, we'll continue to listen to members' concerns and keep an eye on the facial recognition tech conversation at City and nationally.
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The Citizens Trust @mcfctrust.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
📢 FACIAL RECOGNITION TECH UPDATE: Last month we surveyed members as concerns were raised by City asking fans to submit photo ID/biometric data online. The results were clear. We shared them with the Club last week and asked some questions. Here is the email we sent 👇 (1/2)
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The Citizens Trust @mcfctrust.bsky.social · 17/07/2026
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The Citizens Trust @mcfctrust.bsky.social · 17/07/2026
📢 HOLDING STATEMENT RE: FACIAL ID REQUESTS FROM CLUB A potentially worrying development at Manchester City after Facial Recognition Technology enabled turnstiles were installed last season. We will be surveying members shortly to get their views and plan next steps.
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The Citizens Trust @mcfctrust.bsky.social · 27/06/2026
A bit late (heatwave suppression), but... here's some pictures from our very first in-person event!! We met at Sureshot brewery on tuesday and it was a great success! Pleasure to meet and chat to so many people! Read all about it and get involved: thecitizenstrust.org/first-citize...
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The Citizens Trust @mcfctrust.bsky.social · 22/06/2026
This time tomorrow we'll be watching City stars line up across *four* sides in the World Cup.. Join fellow Blues at Sureshot Brewing Taproom for World Cup Bluesday: The Citizens Trust's first in-person event! 🤝 Free reg link here 🔗 www.eventbrite.com/e/world-cup-...
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The Citizens Trust @mcfctrust.bsky.social · 22/06/2026
The last (arguably biggest!) of our first 5 Project Group meetings takes place at 7pm tonight: Campaigns & Policy Influence how The Citizens Trust campaigns, learn how to organise effectively & help fans win where we need to win 🤝 Meeting registration link in member emails 📩
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The Citizens Trust @mcfctrust.bsky.social · 16/06/2026
WORLD CUP BLUESDAY ⚽️🩵 4 sides with City players are in action next Tuesday! Come & watch with fellow Blues in town, hosted by The Citizens Trust in our first social event 🤝 Members & non-members welcome! 📆 Tuesday 23rd June 📍 Sureshot Taproom, by Picc Station 🔗 Free reg: bit.ly/worldcupbluesday
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The Citizens Trust @mcfctrust.bsky.social · 05/06/2026
We're also chuffed to have been invited on the panel for one of the first workshops of the day Nick, our Interim Chair, will be talking about how social media can be best used for supporter groups, alongside the fantastic Heather from @cafctrust.bsky.social and @hltco.bsky.social 🤝
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The Citizens Trust @mcfctrust.bsky.social · 05/06/2026
The Football Supporters Association AGM takes place this weekend & we're sending a delegation for the first time 💪 It's a day of workshops, networking & voting on fan submitted motions. We encourage Blues to read them 👉 thefsa.org.uk/about/agm/
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The Citizens Trust @mcfctrust.bsky.social · 04/05/2026
City & Evertonians standing together against Premier League greed 🤝🩵✊
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The Citizens Trust @mcfctrust.bsky.social · 02/05/2026
This morning we wrote to the @mancity.com on behalf of our members regarding questions around FA Cup Final ticket allocations. We will await a reply and update members as soon as we get one.
To: The Board of Manchester City Football Club  
From: The Citizens Trust - Manchester City Supporters’ Union
Subject: Request for Transparency Regarding Allocation of Cup Final Tickets to the Official Supporters Club
2 May 2026
Dear Board Members,
We are writing on behalf of The Citizens Trust and our members to request greater transparency and clarity regarding the allocation of cup final tickets to branches of the Official Supporters Club (OSC).
In recent seasons, there have been growing concerns from supporters about the scale, distribution, and oversight of OSC ticket allocations for major fixtures, particularly domestic away games and European finals. These concerns do not question the value of the OSC; rather, they reflect a wider need for fairness, accountability, transparency and consistency across all ticketing pathways.
Given the significance of cup finals and the limited availability of tickets, it is essential that the process is clearly understood by supporters and is demonstrably equitable. At present, the lack of published criteria or transparent allocation methodology has created uncertainty, disappointment and, in some cases, a perception of imbalance between OSC members and the wider fanbase, especially for supporters on the Cup Scheme who have supported the team throughout the FA Cup campaign this season.
To address this constructively, we are asking the Club to provide:
A clear explanation of the criteria used to determine OSC ticket allocations for all games, including how branch size, activity, or engagement is assessed.
The total number of tickets allocated to the OSC for recent finals, expressed both as an absolute number and as a percentage of the Club’s overall ticket allocation.
Details of the governance and oversight mechanisms that ensure allocations are managed fairly and by whom.
Confirmation that tickets were only initially distributed to season ticket holders who are on the cup scheme
Confirmation of any changes planned for future finals, particularly in light of supporter feedback and the Club’s commitment to transparency.
Clarity around decision making for the FA cup final this year which has led to priority for OSC members, some of whom may not have attended a game this season,  over long standing season ticket holders and cup scheme members. This has meant the majority of the more affordable tickets were purchased very quickly and potentially by members of OSCs who had not previously attended any Cup games which seems incredibly unfair.
Clarity over whether the FA Cup scheme will be retained for next season, and what the benefits of the scheme will be so supporters can understand what they are entitled to if they purchase this option.
We believe that publishing this information would strengthen trust between the Club and its supporters, reduce speculation, and ensure that all fans—whether part of the OSC, the Trust, or neither—feel confident that ticketing processes are fair and accountable. This is a long standing issue but the strength of feeling around the most recent decision to change the way tickets for OSC members have been allocated for the FA Cup final renders the current situation much more acute.
The Supporters’ Trust remains committed to working collaboratively with the Club to improve supporter experience.  We would welcome the opportunity to discuss this matter further and to support the development of a transparent framework that benefits the entire fanbase.
Thank you for your attention to this important issue. We look forward to your response.
Yours sincerely,


The Interim Board
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The Citizens Trust @mcfctrust.bsky.social · 24/04/2026
HOLDING STATEMENT ON 2026/27 TICKETING 📢 We will be looking into the details of this announcement and surveying our members ASAP. Our recent survey shows members will feel there are positives and also more fixes to be made from what has been announced so far.
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The Citizens Trust @mcfctrust.bsky.social · 21/04/2026
At midnight GMT, our early-bird discount for annual membership for the first MCFC supporters' trust ends. Please share this offer with Blue mates, family and colleagues, and make your voice loud! Join The Citizens Trust for just £5 at this link 🔗 www.thecitizenstrust.org/join-the-trust
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The Citizens Trust @mcfctrust.bsky.social · 16/04/2026
TRUST STATEMENT ON 2026/27 TICKET PRICING 📢 We give our full support to City Matters in their dealings with the Club & commend them for sharing this information with fans. It's disappointing that the Club is yet to share their position on ticket pricing for the upcoming season with City Matters 🧵
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The Citizens Trust @mcfctrust.bsky.social · 16/04/2026
Earlier today, we ticked over to 750 founding members of City's first ever supporter trust 🤝 Barely 9 days from launch and we are overwhelmed yet again by the early support & commitment shown by Blues 🩵 Join the movement for £5 til April 21st 🔗 www.thecitizenstrust.org/join-the-trust/
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The Citizens Trust @mcfctrust.bsky.social · 15/04/2026
Today is the 37th anniversary of the Hillsborough Disaster. As matchgoing fans of the era tell you, this could have happened to any of us. The Citizens Trust stands with Liverpool fans, all victims and supports the ongoing campaign for structural change via the Hillsborough Law.
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The Citizens Trust @mcfctrust.bsky.social · 15/04/2026
Some happy Blues at Stamford Bridge who are now Founding Members of The Citizens Trust! Pass it on! Join today! thecitizenstrust.org
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The Citizens Trust @mcfctrust.bsky.social · 14/04/2026
Proud to say we're now certified as an Allied member of the Football Supporters' Association. We look forwarding to working with them closely in coming years, contributing to national campaigns such as #StopExploitingLoyalty & collaborating with fan groups across the country 🤝
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The Citizens Trust @mcfctrust.bsky.social · 10/04/2026
We're all blown away by the support since we've launched just 3 days ago, and delighted to announce that we hit 500+ members overnight! The stronger the membership, the stronger our collective voice, the stronger your Trust is 🤝 Join us for just £5 early-bird discount 🔗 www.thecitizenstrust.org
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The Citizens Trust @mcfctrust.bsky.social · 09/04/2026
Absolute pleasure for 1/3 of our Interim Board to be invited on BBC Radio Manc tonight! Talking about the Trust's launch, the positive opportunities & current fan concerns. Including some fierce rebuttal of empty seats shouts... Listen back here 📻🔗 www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...
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The Citizens Trust @mcfctrust.bsky.social · 09/04/2026
Catch us on BBC Radio Manchester at 6pm tonight, with Emily Brobyn talking all things The Citizens Trust! 📻
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The Citizens Trust @mcfctrust.bsky.social · 08/04/2026
What is the Trust's legal and financial status? Learn more and join here: thecitizenstrust.org/about
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The Citizens Trust @mcfctrust.bsky.social · 08/04/2026
Why do we need a trust? Learn more and join here: thecitizenstrust.org/about
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The Citizens Trust @mcfctrust.bsky.social · 08/04/2026
What is The Citizens Trust? Learn more and join here: thecitizenstrust.org/about
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The Citizens Trust @mcfctrust.bsky.social · 08/04/2026
On Monday evening, before the formal launch of The Citizens Trust, our Interim Board sent a letter to the Club. We publish this in full transparency for our new members and the wider Manchester City fanbase. Learn more and join us at thecitizenstrust.org
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The Citizens Trust @mcfctrust.bsky.social · 07/04/2026
Introducing: The Citizens Trust - Manchester City Supporters' Union City are one of few clubs in the Football League without a supporters trust advocating for our fans. Today, we put that right 🩵 Become a member for an early-bird rate of just £5 at www.thecitizenstrust.org
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