EDINBURGH Rugby have announced that the club's planning application to erect temporary stands at Myreside has been granted by the city council.

The Pro12 club currently use Murrayfield, the national stadium, as their home but will move to the George Watson's College ground for the second half of the 2016/17 season. 

Edinburgh have previously played at Myreside on two separate occasions, between 1996 and 1998 and again from 1999-2002.

The capital confirmed on Wednesday that their attempt to raise the capacity to around 6000 by putting up temporary stands has been approved by Edinburgh City Council.

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Jonny Petrie, Managing Director of Edinburgh Rugby said: “We are delighted with the outcome of today’s ruling, and welcome the support of the council.

“Edinburgh truly is one of Europe’s great rugby cities and this decision kicks off  a very important time for Edinburgh Rugby and its partnership with George Watson’s College, who we would like to thank for their ongoing support.

“We have been very proactive in our community engagement and as agreed at today's hearing will continue to communicate with local residents and other key organisations and groups during the rest of the 2016/17 season to ensure the trial is a successful as possible.”