Council bosses are “fully committed” to bringing rugby league’s Magic Weekend back to Newcastle in 2024.
The future of the showpiece event, held seven times at St James’ Park since 2015, had been in question under plans for a restructure of the sport. But, after more than 63,000 fans flocked to Newcastle for the two-day spectacle earlier this month, the rugby league’s governing body is thought to be keen on bringing it back once again.
Labour councillor Alex Hay, Newcastle City Council’s cabinet member responsible for culture, told colleagues last week that the authority was “keen to take the steps necessary” to ensure Magic Weekend’s return after a “resounding success” this year.
