"We've seen what a new stadium has done for the likes of Bolton, Wigan and Warrington, and we want one of our own, " said Wilkinson, whose dedication to the city of Salford has earned him an OBE.

BBC: Reds wary of Harrison speculation

The Labour leader of Salford City Council, Councillor John Merry said that he was "absolutely appalled" by the proposals.

BBC: Boundary change plans put Salford in Manchester

Salford City Council said all of its schools were shutting their doors again and St Helens Council on Merseyside said only one school was opening.

BBC: Big freeze tightens its grip on England

The 38-year-old left his coaching role at Salford City Reds late last year and is now out of the sport entirely.

BBC: Young rugby league stars told to prepare for retirement

Haven were edged out of the National League One final eliminator by eventual winners Salford City Reds after a thrilling end to the season which saw them beat Widnes, Leigh and Halifax en route.

BBC: Gorski pens new Whitehaven deal

She said that she was not concerned at this stage about how the changes may affect her vote, but was angry that the people of Salford were being asked to vote in a constituency from the neighbouring city of Manchester.

BBC: Boundary change plans put Salford in Manchester

The season, which celebrates the period spanning the 17th and 18th Centuries, launches with a special edition of the Early Music Show, live from the BBC's Media City in Salford Quays, which will feature The English Concert directed by Laurence Cummings, performing Bach, Vivaldi, Handel and Purcell.

BBC: Dominic West joins BBC Radio 3 Baroque Spring

Salford Council issued its first gang injunctions banning four men from parts of the city.

BBC: PCC election: 'No trust in politicians' say Salford voters

Salford City Council's lead member for housing, Councillor John Warmisham, said it accepted the criticisms of the report.

BBC: Council's housing service criticised