Welsh Rugby Union

Governing body of the rugby union in Wales

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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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WRU boss cannot rule out more bad headlines Abi Tierney's comments follow row over contract negotiations with Wales women’s national team. BBC Sport - Published 3 weeks ago
Lynn not in contact with WRU over Wales women role Gloucester-Hartpury boss Sean Lynn says he is not in contact with the WRU about the vacant Wales women head coach role. BBC Sport - Published on November 27, 2024
WRU begins search for new Wales women head coach The Welsh Rugby Union officially begins its search for the next Wales women head coach following Ioan Cunningham's departure. BBC Sport - Published on November 26, 2024

WRU bosses want to stay and create change Welsh Rugby Union (WRU) chair Richard Collier-Keywood and chief executive Abi Tierney say they are committed to their roles. BBC Sport - Published on November 25, 2024
Wales coach Gatland to learn fate in coming days Warren Gatland's future as Wales head coach will be part of a review into the Autumn Nations Series by the Welsh Rugby Union. BBC Sport - Published on November 23, 2024
WRU has been lenient over Gatland - Shanklin Former Wales centre Tom Shanklin says the WRU will have to get rid of Warren Gatland if they suffer two defeats against Australia and South Africa. BBC Sport - Published on November 14, 2024

Hale hopes to have seen last WRU apology Former prop Cerys Hale hopes her ex-Wales team-mates have received their last apology from the WRU after being "let down" again by the governing body. BBC Sport - Published on November 4, 2024
WRU to apologise for contract row but denies sexism The Welsh Rugby Union admits serious failing in contract talks with the senior women's team. BBC Sport - Published on November 1, 2024
WRU faces new sexism allegations over Wales deals The WRU is facing fresh allegations of sexism and inequality, less than a year after a damning independent review into its culture. BBC Sport - Published on November 1, 2024
Wales players finally agree new contract terms with WRU Wales captain Hannah Jones says players have finally reached an agreement with the Welsh Rugby Union over contracts. BBC Sport - Published on September 10, 2024

Gatland 'has our full support' says WRU chairman Welsh Rugby Union chairman Richard Collier-Keywood says under pressure Wales head coach Warren Gatland "has our full support". BBC Sport - Published on July 25, 2024
WRU reveals five-year ambition to save Welsh rugby The governing body insists it wants to retain four regions as part of its mission to turn around Welsh rugby's fortunes. BBC Sport - Published on June 26, 2024
Cutting number of regions still 'an option' - WRU But the WRU executive director of rugby still hopes to offer Cardiff, Dragons, Ospreys and Scarlets an "uplift" in funding in coming years. BBC Sport - Published on May 19, 2024	Super Rygbi Cymru competition launched by WRU Welsh rugby's new Elite Domestic Competition will be branded as Super Rygbi Cymru next season. BBC Sport - Published on May 19, 2024
'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