A week ago Rochdale was at the centre of British news as voters took to the polls. The eyes of the country were settled on a by-election that brought in new MP George Galloway.
His victory was so controversial that Prime Minister Rishi Sunak labelled it 'beyond alarming' in a press conference delivered directly from Downing Street.
But, seven days later, another vote is set to take place - and it could be life-or-death for one of the town's most important assets. READ MORE: Inside the chaotic George Galloway Rochdale victory party in car showroom Tonight shareholders in Rochdale AFC will gather at the Ratcliffe Arms, the pub in the shadow of the football club's Spotland Stadium, to vote on a special resolution.
Depending on the result, Rochdale could be on the verge of a surprising takeover. It's been no secret that the Greater Manchester side have struggled with financial problems.
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