By Mark Vester

Promoter Frank Warren reported on his website that he settled his High Court libel action against Ray Hatton, father undefeated Ricky Hatton. The case was set to go to trial in London when the settlement was reached. Warren alleged that the elder Hatton libeled him on BBC Radio on 9/1/05 and on the BBC Sports website on 10/17/05.

As part of the agreement, Warren and both Hattons will sit down to discuss a future working relationship.

Both parties released a joint statement:

"In respect of the action today between Frank Warren, Ray Hatton and the BBC, which was due to commence today, Frank Warren has agreed to cease his action against Ray Hatton on the basis that both Ray Hatton and Frank Warren have agreed to enter into discussions with respect to Ricky Hatton's future fights."

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