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The Welsh Rugby Union is the governing body of rugby union in the country of Wales, recognised by the sport's international governing body, World Rugby.

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'Unpleasant' treatment of Italy team denied by Welsh Rugby Union The Welsh Rugby Union has denied "unpleasant" treatment of the Italy team during the Six Nations match in Cardiff on Saturday. Sky News - Published on March 20, 2024
WRU must invest at top, not grassroots - Warburton Former Wales captain Sam Warburton says the Welsh Rugby Union should not prioritise spending on grassroots to solve the problems of Welsh rugby. BBC Sport - Published on March 18, 2024
Gatland's resignation offer turned down by WRU Head coach Warren Gatland says he offered to resign to Welsh Rugby Union chief executive Abi Tierney after leading Wales to their first Wooden Spoon in 21 years. BBC Sport - Published on March 16, 2024

Neath presses case to be in new WRU elite tier Neath criticise their omission from the WRU's new competition as "reprehensible and grossly unfair". BBC Sport - Published on February 16, 2024
Free-to-air Six Nations rule could have 'devastating effect' on rugby A rule that would keep the Six Nations on free-to-air TV could have a "devastating effect" on rugby, according to the Welsh Rugby Union (WRU). Sky News - Published on January 31, 2024
Six Nations free TV rule may devastate rugby - WRU Forcing the sport to stay on free-to-air TV could hurt the sport, the Welsh Rugby Union says. BBC Sport - Published on January 31, 2024

WRU wants break from Covid loan interest payments Welsh Rugby Union says changes needed after a damning report on its culture could be cut otherwise. BBC Sport - Published on January 24, 2024
Gatland gives backing to Anglo-Welsh concept Wales head coach Warren Gatland gives his backing to any future Anglo-Welsh competition and admits the Welsh Rugby Union's 25-cap rule should be looked at. BBC Sport - Published on January 18, 2024
WRU chair promises 2024 change after 'year to forget' Welsh Rugby Union chairman Richard Collier-Keywood promises things will change in 2024 after admitting 2023 "has been a year to forget" for the governing body. BBC Sport - Published on January 1, 2024
Past and future WRU duo in New Year Honours Other Welsh recipients include a teenage cancer fundraiser and a water safety campaigner. BBC Sport - Published on December 29, 2023

Sport minister should consider quitting, says MP Labour MP accuses Welsh Labour minister of "cynical attempt to rewrite history" over WRU scandal. BBC Sport - Published on December 11, 2023
I considered retiring a lot of times - Snowsill Former Wales fly-half Elinor Snowsill tells Scrum V she considered retiring many times while the nation's women struggled for support from the Welsh Rugby Union. BBC Sport - Published on November 20, 2023
New WRU chief Tierney admits loss of trust Incoming chief executive Abi Tierney admits the Welsh Rugby Union has lost trust following a damning report into the organisation she says made "horrific" reading. BBC Sport - Published on November 15, 2023	'Toxic' and 'vindictive' culture at Welsh Rugby Union revealed in damning report A report into the Welsh Rugby Union (WRU) has uncovered "toxic" and "vindictive" behaviour towards some of its employees. Sky News - Published on November 14, 2023
WRU 'truly sorry' after damning independent review A scathing independent review finds aspects of the Welsh Rugby Union were sexist, misogynistic, racist and homophobic, with elements of bullying. BBC Sport - Published on November 14, 2023	Ex-Wales star Roberts among new WRU board members Former Wales centre Jamie Roberts joins the Welsh Rugby Union board as one of three new non-executive directors. BBC Sport - Published on October 28, 2023
Ex-WRU president and secretary Gethin dies aged 79 Former Welsh Rugby Union president and secretary Dennis Gethin has died at the age of 79 BBC Sport - Published on October 25, 2023	Grand Slam coach Rowlands dies aged 85 Former Wales scrum-half, captain, coach, manager and WRU president Clive Rowlands has died at the age of 85. BBC Sport - Published on July 30, 2023
Welsh rugby needs new revenue streams - Walker Welsh Rugby Union boss Nigel Walker says the game needs to explore extra revenue streams as they look to host more matches at Principality Stadium. BBC Sport - Published on July 20, 2023	Walker handed new Welsh Rugby Union role Nigel Walker is appointed as the Welsh Rugby Union's (WRU) first executive director of rugby. BBC Sport - Published on July 20, 2023
WRU eyes extra showpiece matches in Cardiff The WRU considers a Wales v Barbarians match and English derby being held at Principality Stadium in the 2023-24 season. BBC Sport - Published on July 16, 2023	WRU lowers tackle height to sternum at community level The Welsh Rugby Union is introducing a restriction on the height of the tackle allowed in the community game in Wales. BBC Sport - Published on June 21, 2023
WRU accused of 'systemic failures' after probe into racism, sexism and homophobia claims The Welsh Rugby Union "missed" opportunities to act on concerning behaviour within the organisation, a report has found. Sky News - Published on June 14, 2023	Regions to get delayed money 'in days' - WRU chief The first full instalment of the new financial deal due to the four Welsh regions is imminent, according to WRU acting chief executive Nigel Walker. BBC Sport - Published on June 14, 2023
WRU still sorry over sexism, says acting chief Nigel Walker says he has absolute faith in a board member who criticised an investigation. BBC Sport - Published on June 14, 2023	WRU finalises shortlist for new independent chair Interviews for a new independent chair are set to start after the Welsh Rugby Union finalises a shortlist of candidates. BBC Sport - Published on May 31, 2023
Cardiff await funding to ease 'cashflow pressures' Cardiff chief executive Richard Holland says his organisation have "cashflow pressures" as they await the first instalment of the financial deal they signed with the Welsh Rugby Union. BBC Sport - Published on May 22, 2023	Hawkins and Rowlands face Wales eligibility review Professional Rugby Board (PRB) chairman Malcolm Wall says the international eligibility of Joe Hawkins and Will Rowlands is under review by the Welsh Rugby Union (WRU). BBC Sport - Published on April 6, 2023
Bevan named WRU interim performance director The Welsh Rugby Union appoints former USA Rugby director of performance Huw Bevan as its interim performance director. BBC Sport - Published on April 5, 2023	Sides could have gone bust without deal - Walker Welsh Rugby Union acting chief executive Nigel Walker says one or two of Wales' professional sides would have gone bust if a new financial deal had not been agreed. BBC Sport - Published on April 2, 2023
WRU chief Walker hails first 'positive' step Welsh Rugby Union chief executive Nigel Walker says successful vote for major reform of the board is a first positive step in changing the organisation's culture. BBC Sport - Published on March 26, 2023	Clubs vote for major reform of WRU board Welsh rugby clubs have voted in favour of major governance change to the Welsh Rugby Union (WRU) board. BBC Sport - Published on March 26, 2023
Blanc reveals misogyny experience at WRU Former Professional Rugby Board (PRB) chair Amanda Blanc speaks about the misogyny she endured at the Welsh Rugby Union. BBC Sport - Published on March 12, 2023	WRU confirms plans to modernise board The Welsh Rugby Union announces revolutionary plans to modernise its 12-strong board to include at least five women after facing accusations of sexism and misogyny. BBC Sport - Published on March 7, 2023
WRU taskforce members still to be announced The Welsh Rugby Union (WRU) say all members of a taskforce looking into the organisation will be confirmed shortly. BBC Sport - Published on March 5, 2023	Keeping four Welsh regions still the aim - Walker Welsh Rugby Union acting chief executive Nigel Walker insists maintaining four regions remains the aim of the governing body. BBC Sport - Published on March 4, 2023
Long-term deal in 'matter of days' says Walker A formal deal to secure the long-term future of professional rugby in Wales will be signed in a "matter of days", says acting WRU chief executive Nigel Walker. BBC Sport - Published on February 27, 2023	Walker warns regions over players' contracts Acting WRU chief executive Nigel Walker says he will hold the four regions' "feet to the fire" if they do not offer players contracts by the end of next week. BBC Sport - Published on February 25, 2023
Former rugby ref Nigel Owens 'not surprised' by alleged homophobic slurs Nigel Owens has said he was "not surprised" to hear that homophobic language was allegedly used by a former Welsh Rugby Union (WRU) employee to refer to him. Sky News - Published on February 23, 2023	Davies 'can't see' clubs blocking WRU reform Former WRU chairman Gareth Davies "cannot see a way" in which the nation's clubs would again block reform of the governing body. BBC Sport - Published on February 13, 2023
Homophobic slurs within WRU at top referee - claim More ex-WRU staff allege sexism and bullying, and one claims homophobia was "everyday speech". BBC Sport - Published on February 12, 2023	WRU consider tackle height rule change The Welsh Rugby Union are considering introducing a restriction on the height of the tackle allowed in the community game in Wales. BBC Sport - Published on February 3, 2023
WRU was in denial on sexism - acting chief exec Nigel Walker says there were "warning signs" in Welsh rugby but people had "not joined the dots". BBC Sport - Published on February 2, 2023	WRU relationship with teams abusive - region boss The Welsh Rugby Union is accused of racism, sexism and hatred towards woman after an investigation. BBC Sport - Published on January 31, 2023
Welsh Rugby Union's future is at stake - Walker Acting chief executive Nigel Walker says the Welsh Rugby Union's future is at stake if changes are not made. BBC Sport - Published on January 30, 2023	Regions given go-ahead over player contract talks Acting WRU boss Nigel Walker says a change of leadership will not jeopardise negotiations with the four regions. BBC Sport - Published on January 30, 2023
Head of Welsh Rugby Union resigns after claims of racism, sexism and homophobia Steve Phillips has resigned as chief executive of Welsh Rugby Union after claims of misogyny, sexism, racism and homophobia were levelled at the organisation. Sky News - Published on January 29, 2023