Barnet has put all non-playing staff members on immediate notice of redundancy due to the financial hit of coronavirus. The club confirmed they were forced to look for an alternative solution to build for next season with a much leaner cost base. All first-team coaching and backroom staff are included in the cuts, alongside the Barnet FC Academy and operational staff members across the club. Manager Darren Currie has a long notice period in his contract and will continue until the end of the season and possibly beyond. The club has seen a general drop in crowd attendances of 50% since relegation, whilst general costs have increased resulting in operational losses of approximately £100,000 per month. Club Chairman Tony Kleanthous said the club needs to make savings accordingly as the parachute funding will cease at the end of April. The impact of Covid-19 will have a significant effect on the club's future, and they need to rebuild for next season with a much leaner cost base. The decision to put all staff on notice was made to ensure the longevity of Barnet Football Club. The club will have to find a way to move forward based on the current crowd attendance, as existing National League rules limit any signings or players' salaries. The financial struggles of the club are a significant concern, and the management is working to find a solution. The future of the club is uncertain, but the management is committed to finding a way to sustain the club. The club's fans are waiting anxiously to see what the future holds for their team.
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Barnet FC Makes Drastic Cuts Due to Coronavirus
Barnet FC takes drastic measures to reduce costs, putting all non-playing staff on notice due to the financial impact of COVID-19
