Written Question·Department for Culture, Media and Sport·UIN 18451
Rugby: Finance
Tabled: 13 July 2026
Answered: 17 July 2026
Question
Edward Morello
Liberal Democrat — West Dorset
To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, what recent discussions she has had with Prem Rugby on the long-term financial sustainability of professional rugby union.
Answer
Stephanie PeacockThe 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...
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