Panthers' Supporters Trust "confident" club will be back on the pitch next month

Posting on social media, the group says efforts for the club to carry on this season, starting with their fixture at home to London Broncos on March 8, are progressing well, and that head coach Kyle Eastmond is set to continue in his role.

The statement reads: "As you are probably aware Martyn Buchan and Steve Lambert have been working tirelessly behind the scenes to ensure the survival of the club.

"Your Trust had a meeting last night and were given some very positive news.The funding required by the RFL is virtually in place and the intention is to try and get the club up and running for the London game. The new group will honour all season tickets and sponsorships.

"During the discussion we asked that going forward there is greater truth, transparency and better communication from the club. To this extent the Trust will be having an observer role at future club board meetings.

"The Squadbuilder fund is to continue as a vital component of fundraising and this is to be kept separate from the club and will be managed in the future by the Trust. We are, as you know, independent of the club with separate and well maintained accounts.

"You will be aware also that several players have already left the club as is their right to do so. The group are in discussion with Kyle (Eastmond, coach) who is happy to continue to put together a very competitive team going forward.

"We are confident that all this will be achieved. The London game is on Sunday, March 8 at the Shay, which is an excellent opportunity to celebrate the revival of the club and to thank all those who have worked so hard to make it happen. So please come down to celebrate in numbers and bring a friend!”