OLDHAM ATHLETIC AND COUNCIL HOLD TALKS

Oldham Athletic officials visited the Civic Centre today to discuss the latest developments regarding their plans for a new stadium.

The meeting was attended by cross-party representatives of the borough's political leadership, plus senior officers.

Howard Sykes, Council Leader, said: "This was a very frank and productive meeting."

"Oldham Council remains committed to trying to find a solution that works for all stakeholders including the residents, the football club and its supporters.

"We will be making a formal decision on the next steps at a meeting of Cabinet on March 17. A further statement will be issued next week when the report to Cabinet is released into the public domain."