WARRINGTON Wolves have reversed their decision to allow fans to smoke e-cigarettes on the stands.

The Warrington Guardian had previously reported the move coincided with a new sponsorship deal which will see Truvape take over sponsorship of the South Stand and Wolves branded e-cigs on sale in the club shop.

But two weeks later, club officials announced vaping would not be allowed throughout the stadium and there would be designated 'vaping areas'. 

A spokesman added: "The lifting of the stadium ban will apply only in the stadium concourse.

"It was never the intention that vaping would be allowed indiscriminately throughout the whole of the stadium.

"While the vapour emitted from electronic cigarettes is in no way comparable to second-hand smoke from tobacco cigarettes, in terms of odour or harmfulness to bystanders, both Warrington Wolves and Truvape want to ensure that all Wolves fans, whether vapers or non-vapers, are able to fully enjoy their match-day experience.

"As of this weekend’s pre-season friendlies vaping will be permitted but only in designated vaping areas within the SW concourse, NW concourse and NE quadrant. All other areas of the stadium will remain no vaping."

Signs will be in place to advise spectators of where the vaping areas are and the club added the Halliwell Jones Stadium remains a 'No smoking' venue.