Good business by the Council gaining the remaining half of Oakwell Stadium and some surrounding land for £1.7 million.
If, as claimed, this venture is "cost neutral" it would be interesting to know what rent Barnsley FC is paying to its landlord the Council over the 30 year lease. Presumably the rent will increase over time.
Flat rate 30 years X £57K pa = around £1.7 million
£57K is a Pontefract Collieries player pa as rent.
The Council ownership keeps away the chancer owners such as the Investor Group and Conway.