Trent Bridge stands up to test

A new stand will be in use at Trent Bridge for the third npower Test between England and New Zealand after the work was passed by Nottinghamshire County Council.

A safety certificate was issued for the stand which was used for the first time in the Friends Provident Trophy clash between Nottinghamshire and Ireland on Sunday.

Sue Storey, who was responsible for issuing the certificate, said: “We are delighted to announce that the new stand at Trent Bridge is safe and ready to be used by Nottinghamshire County Cricket Club.

“Throughout the redevelopment project, Nottinghamshire County Cricket Club have been very keen to work with us to ensure that all possible safety features were included in the new stand.

The new stand as it appears under the floodlights

“The new stand and other redevelopment work has greatly enhanced the safety at the venue.”

Nottinghamshire chief executive Derek Brewer said: “We are absolutely delighted that the redevelopment has come to fruition and look forward to welcoming England and New Zealand for the deciding game in an intriguing series.

“We are determined to continue to enhance Trent Bridge in order to continue to attract major matches to the venue and look forward to welcoming supporters to our new facilities.”

The Duke of Edinburgh will officially open the stand on June 5, the first day of the npower Test.