Thousands of fans have paid respects to Ozzy Osbourne as his funeral cortege passed through Birmingham. The event was privately funded by Osbourne’s family so it didn’t cost the city anything.

This is a screenshot I just saw of the email sent to people who bought autographed jerseys that JVDB was selling back in November.

This isn’t simple transparency, it’s framing a normal refund request as taking money away from grieving kids and it’s yet another gross money grab.

If refunds are being offered, they should be offered cleanly. Adding emotional pressure to influence people’s decision is beyond inappropriate, and it’s just another reason why so many people feel uncomfortable with how this has all unfolded.