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AFFILIATE MEMBER OF THE FOOTBALL SUPPORTERS' ASSOCIATION www.thefsa.org.uk

The coaches that we hire are governed by the Sporting Event (Control of Alcohol etc) Act 1985, which means that anyone who has alcohol in their possession whilst travelling on a coach that is principally being used to take people to or from a match is guilty of an offence. Police have the powers to order that coach back home, and can also inform the Traffic Commissioner, which means that the coach operator, the coach driver and also potentially CUSA could face action. None of that is where we want to be so we will keep on telling people, because the CUSA has always had a good reputation with the authorities and we do not want that to change so that coaches are met and searched either at or before we reach the stadium 

MALCOLM COLE

It is with the deepest regret that we have to inform you, that our dear friend and colleague Malcolm Cole passed away peacefully at home 4th July, with family by his side.

On behalf of the Committee and all our members we send our sincere condolences to his wife Jan and his family.

Rest easy Malcolm

5 JULY 2026

CUSA will shortly be announcing changes to the 2026-2027 season memberships, but in the meantime, please direct all membership enquiries to Ben Spurgeon (Vice Chair and Membership Secretary)

Ben can be contacted on 07908 883699 or membership@cusa.co.uk

27 JUNE 2026

CUSA AWAY TRAVEL

Coach details for the first few away trips will be announced shortly

As a reminder, coach enquiries and bookings must be made to Jeanette Westlake 07778 018834 and Jack Armstrong 07776 831750, or away_travel@cusa.co.uk

24 JUNE 2026

CHANGE OF OFFICERS

Sadly due to ill health, Malcolm Cole has had to resign from the CUSA committee. Malcolm held two key roles, Chairman & Membership Secretary and both these posts needed to be filled ahead of the new season. On behalf of the committee & members we which to thank Malcolm for his service. 

Due to the urgency of the situation, an Emergency Committee meeting was convened and the following positional changes were unanimously agreed. 

·        Chair: Jeanette Westlake, formerly Vice‑Chair, will now assume the role of Chair.

·        Membership Secretary: This position will now be held by Ben Spurgeon.

·        Travel Arrangements (Secondary Contact): Jack Armstrong will take on this supporting role.

CUSA remains committed to still provide the same level of service that you have become accustomed to over the past years.

Please join us in welcoming the new post-holders to their positions and wish them every success in their roles

24 JUNE 2026

AWAY MATCH TRAVEL PAYMENT AND TICKETING

CUSA would like to advise that we ask all members who are travelling on our coaches for away trips to ensure that their travel is paid prior to match day.

Payment can be made by bank transfer which would be available on your online or banking app, or in person by visiting the CUSA representatives in the Legend’s bar before the home matches at the Community Stadium.

We would also like to advise that, due to changes in ticketing processes across many EFL clubs, it is no longer possible for CUSA to obtain away match tickets on behalf of members. Please refer to the official club website for up‑to‑date ticketing information and guidance on how to purchase tickets directly.

Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.

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IMPORTANT - in conjunction with Colchester United, the CUSA operates a Safeguarding Policy for under 18's when they are travelling with us on our organised coaches. We kindly ask our under 18 members, together with their parent/guardian to also complete and return the Registration Form which can be found on our Membership page, and to read and understand the Safeguarding Policy, also on the Membership page
Please be aware that for your protection and ours, the CUSA will not be able to accept under 16's on the coach without a parent/guardian accompanying them

A reminder that you will need to be a CUSA member to travel with us. Please don't worry though, as we can take membership forms on the day we travel. 

To book or to make enquires about coach travel please either email CUSA at away_travel@cusa.co.uk or message Jeanette Westlake 07778 018834/Jack Armstrong 07776 831750 or call between 7 pm and 9 pm and leave a message

 

 

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