‘People will be hurting’: WRU recognise anger over proposal for two men’s sides

Welsh union’s plan could see two teams cease to exist‘Change is hard and this is hard for fans’The Welsh Rugby Union (WRU) has recognised the “hurt and anger” caused by their proposal to reduce the number of professional men’s sides in Wales from four to two, but insisted maintaining the status quo would be a mistake.Welsh rugby’s governing body has produced a radical plan to turn around the game at club and international level, outlining its ambitions in a 90-page consultation document entitled The Future of Elite Rugby in Wales. There will be a six-week consultation period before the WRU makes a final decision on the plans, and its chief executive, Abi Tierney, has urged people to “improve on the proposals” and provide “something fit for purpose for Welsh rugby”. Continue reading...

Comments

Sport news

Arsenal plot move for £80m Chelsea transfer target after Kai Havertz injury

Metro

Aston Villa winger Leon Bailey joins Roma on loan with option to buy as out-of-favour Jamaica star looks to revive form in Serie A

about 2 hours ago

Dailymail

Aubrey Plaza sits courtside at WNBA game as she continues to return to public eye after husband Jeff Baena's suicide

about 2 hours ago

Dailymail

MLB stars left stunned as young kid brutally tackled by security after rushing onto the field

about 2 hours ago

Dailymail

Emma Raducanu's former coach issues defiant defence of British No 1 - and names the key reason he thinks star can succeed on the eve of the US Open

about 2 hours ago

Dailymail

Tottenham consider offering shock makeweight forward to Crystal Palace in Eberechi Eze deal to free up funds for Brentford striker and Newcastle target Yoane Wissa

about 2 hours ago

Dailymail

Premier League reveal new date for Liverpool's clash with Man United as latest TV selections are confirmed

about 2 hours ago

Dailymail

Revealed: Chelsea's race against time to sell up or risk signings being BANNED from the Champions League - and £110m sales of Joao Felix or Ben Chilwell and Co WON'T count

about 2 hours ago

Dailymail

The Premier League GOAT debate: Look away Arsenal fans... here's why Liverpool legend Mo Salah has leapfrogged Thierry Henry as the best we've ever seen, writes DOMINIC KING

about 2 hours ago

Fulham set date for Rodrigo Muniz contract talks as Atalanta cool interest

Evening Standard

Comments

Similar News

Olympics icon Ilona Maher reveals new health trend that has people 'losing the plot': 'Don't lie to yourself'

Jockey dead and three people 'critical' after chaotic race ends in tragedy

Lynx’s Jaylyn Sherrod still adjusting to ‘awkward’ shift after Liberty release: ‘People don’t realize’

People are only now realising which Premier League side King Charles follows

Moses Itauma: ‘A lot of people are too enslaved to their emotions’

Homeless people in detention camps? Fears grow about Trump and the Olympics

Taylor Swift’s ‘New Heights’ appearance goes dark in streaming glitch: ‘You just hung up on over a million people’

Former NBA star Jayson Williams celebrates Nassau trucker rehab program: ‘I want to be helping people’

'People don't like me at Celtic' – Brendan Rodgers fires crystal clear message to cynics

People just realising all football stadium road signs contain glaring mistake

‘People see themselves in me’: Frances Tiafoe on being a tennis trailbazer in a mainly white sport

Channel Nine star stuns his colleagues with VERY risky remarks about trans people and a sexual massage

Furious Indigenous elder reveals why her people are refusing to hold Welcome to Country ceremonies for NRL team

People are only just realising why F1 points go 25, 18, 15 for top three drivers each race

NFL kicks off preseason with moment of silence after shooting that killed 4 people in New York

England's Euros hero Hannah Hampton prepares for heartbreaking goodbye – 'People don't realise'

Watch the confronting moment top jockey racially abuses Aboriginal people on video

Luke Shaw opens up on 'horrible' injury struggles as Man United defender admits he 'couldn't have gone any lower last season' and felt like he 'let a lot of people down'

David Gray repaying Hibs debt to 'wonderful' people he wants rewarded for avoiding the easy decision

Lionesses’ Euro 2025 triumph will ‘inspire people’ and spark change, Wiegman says

Sport news

Arsenal plot move for £80m Chelsea transfer target after Kai Havertz injury

Chelsea agree transfer deal to sell forgotten defender after just 12 months

Apple, Netflix in middle of MLB broadcasting chaos with major changes coming

Coco Gauff shockingly fires coach days before 2025 US Open

MLB bettors give up on struggling Yankees, Mets

Bet365 bonus code NYPBET: Claim $150 bonus or $1K first bet safety net for Yankees vs. Rays on Wednesday

It’s all there for the taking as Jaxson Dart’s preseason Giants hype skyrockets

Tiger Woods to lead group that could reshape the PGA Tour's competitive model

How Rasmus Hojgaard can secure final automatic Ryder Cup place for Europe

Eberechi Eze and Marc Guehi to start for Crystal Palace on Thursday amid increased transfer interest

Why Alexander Isak may have closed his own window on dream move to Liverpool

Southern Brave win off the penultimate ball to keep perfect Hundred record going

Celtic vs Kairat Almaty LIVE score and goal updates from Champions League playoff clash

Billy Dodds' mind blown by Rangers issue he's never seen before as he takes Russell Martin claim to task

'I got scared when I googled it' – Michael Smith diagnosed with 'severe' condition

Liverpool and Man City stars in world class £343m XI available for FREE next summer

Joey Jones remembered as "incredible human being" in emotional service for Wrexham legend

Jake Paul has already revealed rules for Gervonta Davis fight

York tips: Newsboy's picks and 1-2-3 for every race on Thursday on ITV

Newcastle fans let Alexander Isak know how they feel as wantaway striker arrives for training

William Buick dedicates £1.3million race victory to racing friend following sudden death

Gary Lineker fumes over TV innovation following Match of the Day exit – 'Driving me crazy'

Arsenal 'ponder blockbuster Morgan Rogers transfer bid' after Kai Havertz injury blow

Aston Villa winger Leon Bailey joins Roma on loan with option to buy as out-of-favour Jamaica star looks to revive form in Serie A

Aubrey Plaza sits courtside at WNBA game as she continues to return to public eye after husband Jeff Baena's suicide

MLB stars left stunned as young kid brutally tackled by security after rushing onto the field

Emma Raducanu's former coach issues defiant defence of British No 1 - and names the key reason he thinks star can succeed on the eve of the US Open

Tottenham consider offering shock makeweight forward to Crystal Palace in Eberechi Eze deal to free up funds for Brentford striker and Newcastle target Yoane Wissa

Premier League reveal new date for Liverpool's clash with Man United as latest TV selections are confirmed

Revealed: Chelsea's race against time to sell up or risk signings being BANNED from the Champions League - and £110m sales of Joao Felix or Ben Chilwell and Co WON'T count

The Premier League GOAT debate: Look away Arsenal fans... here's why Liverpool legend Mo Salah has leapfrogged Thierry Henry as the best we've ever seen, writes DOMINIC KING

Fulham set date for Rodrigo Muniz contract talks as Atalanta cool interest

Joe Cole suggests Arsenal should have signed £65m star instead of Viktor Gyokeres

Rasmus Hojlund makes decision over transfer as Manchester United receive new approach

Tennis world can’t help itself as Emma Raducanu, Carlos Alcaraz pair at US Open: ‘Love story’

Jordon Hudson insider sends pointed message to Bill Belichick’s ex after recent run-in

Triplemania showed path for WWE to unlock Dominik Mysterio’s limitless potential

Derek Carr quickly lands media job after shock NFL retirement

Vikings ‘seriously exploring’ trade for veteran receiver — three potential candidates

Why Ayesha Curry ‘hated’ the spotlight as husband Steph Curry became an NBA superstar

BetMGM bonus code POSTBET for $1,500 in bonus bets for Mets vs. Nationals on Wednesday

Welsh Rugby Union defends plans to halve number of professional men’s teams

Scottie Scheffler says Tiger Woods showed him intensity needed to be the best

When is the Champions League draw? Date, start time, teams qualified and how to watch live

Alan Shearer slams Alexander Isak agent as striker’s statement pours ‘flames on the fire’

England coach John Mitchell: Being World Cup favourites is irrelevant to us

Kenan Bilalovic could see Aberdeen wildcard door open as Shayden Morris faces Europa League deadline sweat

Hamilton Accies losing CAS Elite status confirmed by Scottish FA as players free to leave club

Steven Gerrard has already held 49ers talks as Rangers 'monitor' rocketing Russell Martin pressure

Man Utd working on deals for stars Bruno Fernandes thought could be player of the year

Novak Djokovic warned two US Open factors could cost him at Flushing Meadows

William Saliba makes new Arsenal demand after title race woe – 'We always miss something'

Newcastle take immediate action after Alexander Isak statement with new striker bid

Adam Wharton makes gesture at Sky Sports reporter after overhearing transfer question

Aidan O’Brien Derby winner suffers shock defeat putting St Leger campaign in doubt

Jake Paul's next fight announced in deleted tweet - and it's not Anthony Joshua

Value Scope: Each way horseracing tips from Steve Jones for Thursday at York on ITV