Southend have received another transfer embargo, the local press is reporting. The Echo says that manager Paul Sturrock has only 13 fit players for tomorrow's match with Exeter, but it is unclear whether it is taxes or footballing debts that have triggered the latest situation. Kidderminster assistant boss Gary Whild says they have not 'hit the panic button yet' but are looking for new additions to their squad. Midfielder Jack Byrne will miss the bulk of the season, while Kyle Storer is out for at least six weeks.
Grimsby have signed Bradford striker Ross Hannah on a three months loan. The 26 year old spent all his career in non-league football before signing for the Bantams in the summer of 2011, but has started just four League matches and is yet to feature this term. Northern Irish side Newry City have been wound up after failing to pay former manager Gerry Flynn £25,000 awarded to him by an employment tribunal.
Accrington are searching for a new stadium sponsor, looking for bids of around £45,000 for the naming rights. They announced an 18 month naming deal just 9 months ago, but the company collapsed shortly after. Former Watford owner Laurence Bassini and a consortium headed up by a Scottish businessman are the latest to enter the race to buy Portsmouth. The Supporters Trust and Portpin are still leading the race.
Chester have confirmed rumours that manager Neil Young is in negotiation over a full time deal that will be the first step to turning the whole club into a full time operation. The Blues failed to sign Macclesfield striker Ben Mills over their part-time status despite the Silkmen backing down on the fee demands. Port Vale's Administrator says he is now talking to a total of seven bidders for the club. They are yet to confirm the identity of any of the parties.
Conf North side Hinckley United have confirmed they have avoided a winding up order from the taxman over an unpaid £10,000 debt. They settled the debt on Monday, but had to delay paying staff wages until today in order to manage it. Shrewsbury have expressed their 'bitter disappointment' after being awarded only £140,000 by a transfer tribunal for striker James Collins, who signed for Swindon in the summer.