Written question asked by Edward Morello (Liberal Democrat) on Monday, 13 July 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 15 July 2026. It was answered by Stephanie Peacock (Labour) on Friday, 17 July 2026 on behalf of the Department for Culture, Media and Sport.
Rugby
- Question
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To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, what recent discussions her Department has had with rugby governing bodies on the future of professional rugby.
- Answer
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The governance of rugby union is a matter for the Rugby Football Union (the national governing body for rugby union), which is independent of the Government.
The Government monitors the financial situation of rugby union closely and continues to work with the RFU, representatives of Prem and Champ clubs as well as the Tier Two Board, and the wider sport sector to support the ongoing sustainability of elite and community level rugby union.
I have met with the RFU and Prem Rugby previously to discuss the long-term financial sustainability of professional rugby union, and my officials regularly engage with the RFU and Prem Rugby on this issue.
Secondary information
- Type
- Written question
- Reference
- 18452
- Session
- 2026-27
- Grouped for answer
- Yes
- Subjects
- Rugby (sport)
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- 2026-07-17 14:50:41 +0100
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