Stadium decision confirmed

Salford City Council has confirmed the decision to wholly acquire Salford Community Stadium.

The decision was confirmed at the council’s Cabinet meeting on Tuesday 24 September. This was following the call-in process and a scrutiny panel on the evening of Monday 23 September.

Salford City Mayor Paul Dennett said: “This decision has been through all the council’s formal decision-making processes, including pre-decision scrutiny and a further scrutiny panel. We have engaged members from all parties to make the process as open and transparent as possible. 

“In the local elections in May, completing the purchase of this Community Stadium, as a key part of our Rugby Strategy, was a clear and significant part of our campaign and manifesto, and was democratic endorsed by our residents. 

“Through sole ownership of the stadium, we are able to safeguard the future of both Sale Sharks and Salford Red Devils, provide amenities for grassroots clubs and shape the regeneration of a key part of the city.”

You can read more about the stadium decision here: Important day in city’s history as Salford City Council approve acquisition of Salford Community Stadium.

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