PR had it all worked out, the potential investors were ready but obviously didn't come up with the cash....
Back in September 2009, he invited a prestigous group of backers to forward their investments....
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Peter Ridsdale, 1 Partridge Avenue, Acklam, Middlesbrough. TS5 8SR
02/09/09 - CCA Registration
http://www.clevelandchessassociation.org.uk/dload/0910/CCA%20membership%202009%2003%20version.xls