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Black Lives Matter: RFU reviewing use of slave song Swing Low, Sweet Chariot
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Thursday, 18 June 2020 08:06
The Rugby Football Union (RFU) is reviewing England fans' use of Swing Low, Sweet Chariot, saying many do not know about its links with slavery.A spokesperson for English rugby's governing body said the organisation needs to do more to "grow awareness".The Black Lives Matter movement has been embraced in several sports, with Premier League players taking a knee on Wednesday.…
World Rugby plan to introduce 'fit and proper person test' as part of governance review
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Wednesday, 17 June 2020 10:07
World Rugby has announced plans to introduce a 'fit and proper person test' as part of a governance review.It comes after Fiji Rugby Union chairman, Francis Kean, stood down from the World Rugby council amid accusations of homophobia and discrimination in April.Chairman Sir Bill Beaumont promised a review prior to his re-election in May. It will be led by British…
Callum Hunter-Hill: Lock signs permanent Saracens deal
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Wednesday, 17 June 2020 07:25
Lock Callum Hunter-Hill has joined Saracens on a permanent deal from Pro14 side Edinburgh.The 23-year-old joined Sarries on an academy loan contract at the start of this season, and has featured 15 times in all competitions.The Scot has agreed a deal to remain at Allianz Park until the summer of 2023. "Callum has made steady progress in the short time…
Chris Robshaw: San Diego Legion sign ex-England captain on two-year deal
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Wednesday, 17 June 2020 09:57
Former England captain Chris Robshaw has completed a move to San Diego Legion in the USA's Major League Rugby.The flanker, 34, announced in February he would leave Harlequins this summer after 16 years, though he has agreed to stay until the suspended season ends."Each season the MLR has grown and advanced its reputation," said Robshaw, after signing a two-year deal.…
Premiership clubs scramble to exploit salary cap ‘loophole’
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Wednesday, 17 June 2020 06:18
Premiership clubs have been scrambling to get players to sign new contracts and exploit a "loophole" in new salary cap rules.It has emerged that by getting players to agree longer deals, clubs can still pay higher wages to some individuals, as contracts beyond the 2021-22 season will only see 75% of their wages come under the cap.With a deadline of…
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