For sure, but depends how long TB keeps his nerve before folding his hand. Seem to recall the year 2027 being bandied about as a potential breakpoint on TB's commitment. But that's ten years down the line. This is a horribly difficult league to get out of - as we already know.
This is the crux of the matter IMHO. TB, as a lifelong Albion fan, probably let his heart rule his head on this one occasion in his business life. And total and utter respect for that, because we're all reaping the benefits. But if the business model is unsustainable, as it appears to be without...
To nick Bozza's most excellent construct...
"We have removed non wobbly tables as a free offering after it scored low on members' overall feedback in terms of importance. Historically this service was provided free of charge by the club, but was never part of the original 1901 Club package. "
That in itself is an indication of the club's warped attitude to 1901'ers. Corporates are like children. Rightly or wrongly, they expect a bit of pampering for their big bucks outlay. They certainly don't expect to have to form a scrum for the last bit of milk.
Despite not generally having much sympathy for the 1901'ers, have to side with their gripe here. For the money they're paying, you'd expect a couple of quibble-free extra nice touches. Everybody knows how much it costs to boil up a bit of water. And how much a catering pack of tea or coffee...
Likewise have only had to do this once in 5 years (31/3/2012). Club gave me a free replacement ST. Reason: I had that John Prescott on the back of me card.