Bury have named former York boss Chris Brass as their caretaker manager. Brass is Bury's Centre of Excellence manager, but plays for Hyde after being released by Bury in the summer. Brass' record as York boss was dismal, winning just 14 of 67 games in charge and seeing them relegated out of the League in his only full season.
Ex-Bull Neil Mackenzie is to go under the knife again in an attempt to solve an ongoing hernia problem. He is expected to only miss one game. The supporters consortium attempting to take over Mansfield has folded due to a lack of interest from fans.
Stevenage have transfer listed Alan Julian, Ronnie Henry, and Craig Dobson after the trio rejected new deals. All are out of contract at the end of the season with League clubs interested. Chester are giving a trial to Cheltenham striker Craig Reid. The youngster has started only two League games in 12 months at Whaddon Road.
Swindon have had their transfer embargo lifted following the confirmation that their takeover has been finalised. The Football League will continue to monitor the club to ensure their footballing debts are paid, and can veto any transfer.