yep I hear you mate - I have no answer as I am just an ordinary memeber - perhaps if you aim that query at Phil / Wimpy / Kaz they might be able to explain it.
spaces are finite for stands so why shouldn't club members have first shout as they have paid the mighty sum of £30............personally I dont mind paying that princely sum every year to help towards the running the club.
funny I dont with mine either - you've met her so you understand dont you.....................you can also see where SP gets it from.................................thats it I am dead