00:00Newcastle's new council leader has refused to speculate on the future of the city's football stadium, St James' Park,
00:07as debate continues over where Newcastle United could play in the years ahead.
00:13Councillor Colin Ferguson says that the club must first set out any formal plans before the authority can consider its
00:20position.
00:20More than 28,000 people have signed a petition opposing reported suggestions that a new stadium could be built on
00:29Lees's Park.
00:30The Liberal Democrat leader says he will not place barriers in the club's way,
00:34while also insisting he would speak out over human rights concerns where appropriate if issues arise and evidence supports such
00:43criticism.
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