Following a Football Association hearing held at Wembley today, a disciplinary panel has ruled that Northwich Victoria FC will not be allowed to participate in the promotion play-offs.
As a result, the play-off qualification places will now extend to sixth place in the league, meaning FC United will contest a play-off semi-final against Chorley FC away on Saturday 28th April with a 3pm kick-off.
Match arrangements will be announced as soon as possible.
Additionally, the Vics will not be expelled from the Northern Premier League but relegated one step from the 2012/2013 season.
The remaining play-off semi-final will see Bradford Park Avenue host Hednesford Town.