Durhamfootman wrote:Harrison reiterated the ECB was in a "holding position" while it awaits a decision from the Crown Prosecution Service on any potential charge that Stokes may face.
Only when the legal proceedings surrounding Stokes are concluded will any cricketing disciplinary decision be made.
Harrison said that could be "six to 12 months away".
While Stokes is not available for England selection, he is permitted to play domestic cricket, as demonstrated by his time with Canterbury.
If his current situation is unchanged by the English summer, Harrison said his participation in county cricket would be up to his Durham team.
FTECB are fudging the issue by putting it in Durham's hands. They are his employers, therefore his availability is their decision.They decide when centrally contracted players are available for their county.