Leicester criticise RFU following Michael Cheika’s ban for being ‘disrespectful’ The Tigers head coach is banned for the Gallagher Premiership game against Newcastle. The Independent UK · Oct 2, 2024
Grenfell campaigners urge RFU to rethink using Kingspan in new training facility Grenfell United ask how governing body can have ‘clear conscience’ building temporary space at England training base with materials from company lambasted by inquiry The Guardian - UK · Oct 1, 2024
Bridlington RUFC president banned for three years for undoing female employee’s bra Neil Arton was found guilty of conduct prejudicial to the game, with an independent panel declaring the incident ‘very serious’ The Guardian - UK · Sep 30, 2024
Seven Premiership clubs deemed balance sheet insolvent as rugby ‘heading for financial precipice’ The precarious financial state of most clubs in the English top flight has been laid bare The Independent UK · Sep 26, 2024
‘A line in the sand moment’: Premiership’s troubles laid bare by report Seven of the 10 Premiership clubs are balance sheet insolvent but all of rugby must change, says James Haskell The Guardian - UK · Sep 26, 2024
Who is Joe El-Abd? England appoint Steve Borthwick’s former flatmate as new defence coach El-Abd appears set to replace Felix Jones after the Irishman’s shock resignation from Borthwick’s staff The Independent UK · Sep 25, 2024
England set to appoint El-Abd as defence coach after Jones’s resignation The RFU are close to agreeing terms for the Oyonnax head coach and the 44-old-year will begin his new role in the November Tests if a deal is signed The Guardian - UK · Sep 24, 2024
French rugby’s healthy second tier reveals failings across the Channel The prospect of ‘doing a Vannes’ in England could bring a much-needed feelgood factor back to the Premiership The Guardian - UK · Sep 24, 2024
Premiership gears up for new season with battle for eyeballs never greater The days of clubs recruiting A-list overseas stars are long gone but the domestic game needs to target growth and widen the audience The Guardian - UK · Sep 15, 2024
Sale’s Jonny Hill to meet police and learn fate over incident with supporter Sale’s Jonny Hill will meet police next week to discover his fate over an incident with a supporter at Bath in June The Guardian - UK · Sep 12, 2024
RFU to axe 42 staff – weeks after selling Twickenham naming rights for £100m The Rugby Football Union says 64 roles are at risk because of ‘rising utilities, travel and operating costs’ The Guardian - UK · Sep 9, 2024
RFU looked at abandoning Twickenham and hosting England in Birmingham The Rugby Football Union considered a Midlands site with ‘better access for whole of the country’ before opting to stay at a renamed Twickenham The Guardian - UK · Sep 7, 2024
Borthwick bolsters England backroom staff with Dan Tobin brought in Steve Borthwick has made the first appointment to his depleted backroom staff following a summer of upheaval with Gloucester’s Dan Tobin brought in The Guardian - UK · Sep 6, 2024
RFU give strong backing to Steve Borthwick after ‘out of the blue’ coaching departures Borthwick has been handed significant power in the Professional Game Partnership but has lost key lieutenants Felix Jones and Aled Walters in recent weeks The Independent UK · Sep 4, 2024
The Guardian - UK · Sep 4, 2024 Borthwick amasses great power but fresh responsibility may weigh heavy New deal with clubs hands England coach more control, but he will need to win over doubters and resolve big questions
The Independent UK · Sep 4, 2024 RFU unveil new agreement to ‘reshape the rugby landscape’ as Steve Borthwick given greater control over players Premiership clubs will benefit from an uplift in funding in a landmark eight-year ‘Professional Game Partnership’ that will shape the future of English rugby
The Guardian - UK · Sep 4, 2024 RFU concerned by England exits but gives Steve Borthwick 100% backing The Rugby Football Union has backed Steve Borthwick after the sudden resignations of Felix Jones and Aled Walters
The Guardian - UK · Sep 3, 2024 Trepidation as well as triumphalism as English rugby breaks fresh ground New season begins amid concern over whether club and country can cooperate in managing the welfare of players
The Independent UK · Sep 3, 2024 Red Roses launch first ‘wearable report’ to highlight rugby’s gender awareness gap Designed by full-back Ellie Kildunne, the clothing range utilises data from the Women’s Sports Trust to showcase the growth and challenges of the sport
The Guardian - UK · Aug 26, 2024 Shaun Edwards is the man to fill England’s coaching void after Felix Jones’ exit Steve Borthwick’s team is in chaos and the RFU should prioritise recruiting the rugby league legend whatever the cost
The Guardian - UK · Aug 21, 2024 Joe Marler in fitness race for England’s autumn matches after breaking foot The Harlequins head coach, Danny Wilson, has confirmed Joe Marler will be out for at least 12 weeks with a foot injury
The Independent UK · Aug 14, 2024 England boss John Mitchell explains why Twickenham renaming as Allianz Stadium is ‘only positive’ The Red Roses will be the first England side to play at the retitled Allianz Stadium against the Black Ferns in September
The Independent UK · Aug 8, 2024 Sporting organisations meet with UK government over calming social tensions Emergency meeting held as English football season kicks off on Friday
The Independent UK · Aug 7, 2024 Sir Clive Woodward: RFU has sold its soul by selling Twickenham naming rights The home of English rugby will be known as ‘Allianz Stadium’.
The Independent UK · Aug 6, 2024 Selling Twickenham naming rights to Allianz ‘an investment into the future’ The decade-long partnership will provide in excess of £10million a year at a time when the sport is facing significant financial challenges.