Contentious plans to relocate Stafford Rugby Club have been approved for the second time but campaigners have declared they will once again take legal action to contest the decision.

Commenting on the appointments Stafford chairman Tim Woolman said: “It’s an absolute pleasure to secure the services of two such highly-regarded heads of rugby in Paul and John.

Stafford rugby players with disabilities are delighted to have more competitors than ever before.

History was made this season at Stafford rugby club as they fielded four female teams at home on one day for the first time.

KRIS Stafford, head coach at Old Otliensians for the past two years, has decided to step down due to work pressures.

In a statement, the club said: "Stafford Rangers FC are deeply saddened to report the death of Andrew Macfarlane, a Stafford Rangers fan that will be known to many of our supporters.