"At a High Court hearing (on Wednesday), the judge adjourned the case in order to allow sufficient time for the takeover of the club to be completed."

Hardy saved County from possible extinction in January 2017 when he bought out predecessor Ray Trew, but put the club up for sale in January this year.

Hardy's company Paragon Interiors went into administration, but he confirmed last week that he hoped prospective new owners would be able to take the Magpies forward after completing due diligence.

Hardy said last week he expected the outstanding HMRC debt to be paid in full by early May.

The Magpies are bottom of the table, two points from safety, but remain hopeful of retaining Football League status after losing only one of their last five matches.

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