Wakefield receives stadium boost 25/10/2010 |
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Wakefield Wildcats’ hopes of securing a Super League license for the 2012 season have been boosted after the club received outline planning permission to build a new stadium.
Although the approval is still subject to the removal of a direction by the Highways Agency concerning travel plans and the possibility of a public inquiry, the news means Wakefield can submit a stronger case for a new three-year license than if its application had been turned down.
"This is fantastic news and is the biggest day in the club's modern history," said chief executive James Elston.
"We are aware that we have some boxes to tick but now we can move onwards and upwards. I would like to thank all supporters, players and staff who spent three hours outside [the planning hearing] showing their support for the club and also to Wakefield Council."
The council's decision to grant outline planning permission also means that the club will get an immediate financial boost.
Wakefield has an outstanding tax bill of £164,000 and an anonymous backer came forward last week offering to pay the amount in full if the stadium plans were given the green light.
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