Mike Smith has administered various emergency loans for Member Clubs all of which have been executed well. He continues to provide a service connecting members with Insurance arrangements.
Over the years, Conference has apportioned a sizeable proportion of its reserves to the Emergency Fund, which is retained to support clubs whose existence or continued well-being is threatened. Loans will also be considered for ground or club equipment. Assistance is given to such clubs in the form of interest free loans, after obtaining suitable personal guarantees from responsible officials or members.