A SLIGHT clerical issue has resulted in Colwyn Bay not securing their FAW Tier 2 Licence from the Football Association of Wales.

The governing body decided not to give the Seagulls’ the licence in the first instance, which was the only JD Cymru North side not to attain it.

The Pioneer spoke with director of football Neil Coverley, who stated it was down to a “clerical matter” regarding certain paperwork.

This is expected to be sorted out during the appeal process which will enable the Bay to continue operating at second-tier level next term.

It has been a hugely successful first campaign back in the Welsh domestic system for the club, who were in contention for a top three finish before the domestic season was suspended due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Craig Hogg’s side have received a significant amount of support from the community, which has resulted in gates surging to hundreds for every home game. This is a stark contrast to their final few seasons within the English system and is further evidence the club made the right decision by moving back.

Every other JD Cymru North side were successful with their respective applications, in addition to Lock Stock Welsh Alliance Division One title rivals Holyhead Hotspur and Denbigh Town.

Welsh National League (Wrexham Area) title contenders Holywell Town and Mold Alexandra also achieved the certification.