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 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 1 week ago
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 3 weeks ago
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 3 weeks ago

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 3 weeks ago
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
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