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Players union warns clubs not to blacklist their members
The Rugby League Players Association has warned clubs they face legal action if they try to blacklist players who don’t agree to wage reductions with…
Players free to speak to rival clubs on Friday
Players who are out of contract at the end of the season will be free to speak to other clubs from this Friday, after the…
RFL faces promotion and relegation conundrum
Several Super League clubs are continuing to push for relegation to be scrapped this season. Talks over promotion and relegation continued last week, with clubs…
RFL relaxes minimum salary rule
The minimum salary for Super League players has been scrapped as clubs prepare to use young talent after the pandemic. The RFL operational rule B1:21…
RFL moves towards a return behind closed doors
Rugby League is coming to terms with the increasing prospect of playing games behind closed doors, despite a reluctance across the sport to do so….
Don’t forget the referees, says Ganson
The head of the RFL’s match officials department has warned that referees will need just as much time to prepare for a return to live…
Wolfpack wait for RFL approval of Watkins deal
Toronto Wolfpack have yet to receive RFL approval for the signing of Kallum Watkins. The Wolfpack have lodged a registration application for the former Leeds…
Hudgell gives dire warning
Neil Hudgell has warned Rugby League may no longer exist as a full-time sport if it does not receive crucial financial support soon, before suggesting…
Smithies’ family work ethic
When Morgan Smithies burst onto the scene last year he left many astounded by his work-rate and willingness to graft. But the Wigan star has…
Hands off my Dragons, says Mac
Catalans Dragons coach Steve McNamara has issued a hands-off warning to any NRL clubs who may try to take advantage of the coronavirus crisis to…
