NDM6990 Member Debate under Standing Order 11.21(iv) - Rugby
NDM6990 Member Debate under Standing Order 11.21(iv) - Rugby
NDM6990 Andrew
R.T. Davies (South Wales Central)
To
propose that the National Assembly for Wales:
1.
Notes:
a)
the importance of rugby to the people of Wales, the economic benefits the game
delivers, and its special place in the fabric of communities across our nation;
b)
the financial and structural challenges currently facing rugby in Wales;
c)
the potential ramifications of the Welsh Rugby Union’s ‘Project Reset’ on
professional rugby and the regional structure in Wales, and on the additional
community and grassroots services the regions currently provide; and
d)
the strong concerns voiced by fans regarding a potential merger of the Ospreys
and Scarlets’ regions.
2.
Calls on the Welsh Government to work with the Welsh Rugby Union and
regional/club partners to protect rugby in Wales and develop a sustainable
long-term model for the game at a regional and grassroots level.
Co-Submitters
Bethan
Sayed (South Wales West)
Huw
Irranca-Davies (Ogmore)
Supporters
Dai
Lloyd (South Wales West)
David
Rees (Aberavon)
Hefin
David (Caerphilly)
Janet
Finch-Saunders (Aberconwy)
Jayne
Bryant (Newport West)
Llyr
Gruffydd (North Wales)
Lynne
Neagle (Torfaen)
Mike
Hedges (Swansea East)
Mohammad
Asghar (South Wales East)
Suzy
Davies (South Wales West)
Business type: Debate
Reason considered: Senedd Business;
Status: Complete
First published: 09/06/2021
Decision due: 27 Mar 2019 by Plenary - Fifth Senedd
Lead member: Andrew RT Davies MS