Landing a sports writer role is a dream job. I feel sorry for Ollie, but that’s the Nottingham Post for you. Having a writer just for Notts and Forest seems a bit redundant to me, but I appreciated Ollie’s approach to Notts. If the NEP thinks Notts fans will accept mediocre content from them, then they can kiss goodbye to any loyalty our fan base has. I only bought the paper when Notts had good features, and that was largely thanks to Ollie.

I've been disappointed with the coverage of our beloved club in the local media. It's understandable that cost-saving measures must be taken, but it's frustrating to see Notts being passed on to journalists who have no connection to the city or the team. We deserve our own dedicated reporter who understands our history and passion for the club. I hope Nottingham Live will prioritise reinstating Ollie King or finding someone who can connect with the fans and give us the coverage we deserve. It's time to focus on what's important and cut out the unnecessary gossip and unrelated content.

Ollie King deserved better treatment. For once, I felt inclined to buy the Nottingham Evening Post (NEP), but now I feel like I would if I went near someone showing obvious signs of COVID-19.

Ollie has been treated unfairly and I agree with those who have decided not to buy the Nottingham Evening Post (NEP) anymore. I used to check if Notts was featured before deciding to buy it, but now I’d rather not support a company that treats people like they did with Ollie and disrespects us by reducing our coverage while focusing on every little detail from Forest’s perspective.

Ollie King did a superb job in a short amount of time. He settled in well and it would have been nice to see him continue. I hope the Nottingham Evening Post (NEP) reconsiders their decision, as it reflects poorly on them. They may not care, but laying people off is often the beginning of the end.

Sad for Ollie, he always did a great job reporting on Notts and his media interviews with the Notts players were always a good listen. 

Ollie King did fine and I doubt he’s on a large salary. A few dismissals above him could allow for more actual writers who could do a better job than just making cuts and bossing people around.

I'm not familiar with Ollie, but I've heard my dad and even my grandfather complain about the Nottingham Post. I can't repeat what they say in public, but after reading this, I understand why they feel that way.

On 01/06/2023 at 23:13, KingWilliams said:

Ollie King deserved better treatment. For once, I felt inclined to buy the Nottingham Evening Post (NEP), but now I feel like I would if I went near someone showing obvious signs of COVID-19.

i wont be buying a paper from them, i occasionally did but i think it shows their lack of focus on us.

I feel sorry for Ollie. Every shift I settle down to the NEP and read through it. The quality has suffered; there are some stories I couldn’t imagine being newsworthy, but they’re in it. I have always been thankful for the sport section; however, sacking Ollie has left a bitter taste in my mouth, and for this reason, I will be avoiding it from now on.