Very fair point, and one that can't be measured all the while you are able to "share" your ticket with someone else. If it was non-transferable you would get a true picture, which quite clearly is something that no-one wants.
I love analysis of figures that shoot unsubstantiated opinions down in flames!
It is funny how perception and reality are so often completely detached.
Each individual case is obviously personal - but the data shows that overall no shows of STH's are not because of the TV offerings.
Don't be silly and this isn't singled out towards Mr Barber, all chairmen are taking their pieces of silver and bowing down to the Sky God - being shafted when it sees fit!