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Wayne Barnes on the Battle to Reform English Rugby
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- Apr 16, 2026
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Summary
Wayne Barnes returns to GBR to discuss his transition from World Cup Final referee to the RFU Board - and the tension brewing over the future of English rugby. As a member of the RFU Board, he’s at the center of a massive vote on April 24th that could change the governance of English rugby for the first time in 20 years. 01:08 ⚖️ Online Abuse and Accountability 03:02 🌱 Life After the Whistle 04:17 🏛️ Inside the RFU Boardroom 10:10 🏉 Community Game Priorities 12:14 📅 April 24 SGM Explained 15:19 🎯 What Success Looks Like 20:54 🎤 Final Pitch and Sign Off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices