BigAl said:
I wrote it as Merlin simply because I don't know who's responsible for fixing things up. I'm not blaming a specific person or group within the company, just saying that they're responsible for keeping their attractions in good condition. Up until X-Sector's refurbishment for SW7, Merlin haven't been great with maintaining the aesthetics of their attractions. Hopefully things will be different after X-Sector.
He he, I was just teasing in retrospect of the new repaint!
But yes, Merlin's name get bashed around way too much for anything bad that happens at the park (but I understand you were just using it for lack of a better term).
Alton Towers management and maintenance are well aware of everything wrong with the park. They have been wanting to repaint Oblivion for just as long as the fans have. It's just a question of finding an excuse to get the money... Merlin have looked after Oblvion quite well: Nick Varney personally ordered the reversal of the Fanta sponsorship in 2011 and they have now budgeted for the ride's thorough refurbishment. I doubt that would have ever been granted under DIC Tussaudes.