LONDON: The return of recreational rugby in England has been given the go-ahead by the government after it approved the Rugby Football Union's ...
LONDON: The return of recreational rugby in England has been given the go-ahead by the government after it approved the Rugby Football Union's action plan for phased resumption.
"Today we can confirm that our action plan to commence a safe and phased return to grassroots rugby activity has been approved by the Department of Digital, Culture, Media and Sport," an RFU statement said. The return will focus on Ready4Rugby, a non-contact game involving teams of up to 10 players to engage in training and match activity within their own club environment. Inter-club activity could return in September.Full-contact rugby still remains a way off, however, after a detailed assessment carried out by the RFU found an increased exposure risk through face-to-face contact.
"Whilst we recognise that there will be some disappointment that the 15-a-side contact game cannot yet return, player welfare and safety is paramount and we must continue to manage risk appropriately," he said.
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