Tony Sutton appointed RFL chief executive
The Rugby Football League have appointed Tony Sutton as their chief executive officer on a permanent basis, taking over from Ralph Rimmer.
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50 years on: The story of amateur clubs breaking away from the RFL
It’s 50 years since amateur clubs broke away from the RFL to form the British Amateur Rugby League Association (BARLA), with several events planned to mark the milestone.
RFL reveal exciting national pyramid for growing women’s game
The new national pyramid for the women’s game to come in to place for 2024 has been revealed, giving clubs in the south the chance to reach the Women’s Super ...
RFL appoint interim CEO as they seek permanent Ralph Rimmer successor
Tony Sutton will act as the interim chief executive of the RFL until the governing body appoints a permanent successor to Ralph Rimmer.
Only club to vote against IMG proposals compares to ‘cartel’ European Super League
The only club to vote against IMG’s recent recommendations to re-imagine rugby league has compared the fall-out to the failed European Super League project in football.
Players’ legal claim against RFL has 53 allegations
A claim that the RFL failed to protect players from head injuries could reach into the tens of millions, according to reports.
Ralph Rimmer and Karen Moorhouse to leave Rugby Football League
Ralph Rimmer is to stand down as chief executive of the Rugby Football League at the end of this year. He will have served for more than 12 years with...
Sir Lindsay Hoyle on new RFL presidency role, opposing Sky’s original deal and ‘making a difference’
Sir Lindsay Hoyle intends to “make a real difference” when he becomes president of the Rugby Football League for 2023.
Hull KR fined by RFL following complaints of homophobic chanting
The Rugby Football League have fined Hull KR following complaints about homophobic chanting from their supporters at Craven Park this season.
Sir Lindsay Hoyle to take over RFL presidency from Clare Balding
Sir Lindsay Hoyle, the Speaker of the House of Commons and MP for Chorley, will take over the Rugby Football League presidency from Clare Balding from 2023.
Catalans owner Bernard Guasch banned after “making physical contact” with referee
Catalans have confirmed that owner Bernard Guasch has been banned from attending any matches involving the club for four weeks.
RFL to investigate homophobic abuse allegations in Championship match
The RFL are investigating allegations of homophobic abuse in Sunday’s Championship match between London and Sheffield.
RFL responds after being accused of gender bias over star’s ban
The RFL says it is reviewing discrepancies in its disciplinary process after Women’s Super League star Rhiannion Marshall accused it of gender bias.
John Kear hopes RFL’s partnership with IMG will breathe new life into international rugby league
Wales head coach John Kear says that he wants a new lease of life to be brought to international rugby league via the RFL’s partnership with IMG. Set up in...
Council and RFL urged to move on with rugby league museum plans
There has still been no movement on plans for a National Rugby League museum after Kirklees Council backtracked on plans to host it at the George Hotel in Huddersfield.
Rugby league strikes 12-year strategic deal with IMG
The Rugby Football League and Super League have agreed a 12-year strategic deal with global management company IMG to help reimagine rugby league.
Leigh boss Adrian Lam wants RFL to review Championship transfer policy
Leigh Centurions head coach Adrian Lam wants the Rugby Football League to review their policies when it comes to the poaching of players from the Championship by Super League teams.
RFL and Super League recommend clubs to back re-alignment
The RFL and Super League are to recommend clubs support a significant realignment of the sport’s governance later this month.
RFL provide clarity on high tackle punishments
The RFL’s chief on-field officer Dave Rotheram has provided some clarity to the punishments surrounding high tackles at the start of the new season.
Paper Talk: More eyeballs than ever, Odsal improvements & injury shocker
There is growing positivity throughout rugby league ahead of Super League’s big kick-off this weekend, plus all the latest talk from the papers.
Duchess of Cambridge Kate Middleton becomes patron of the RFL
The Duchess of Cambridge Kate Middleton has taken over the Duke of Sussex Prince Harry’s role as patron of the Rugby Football League.
RFL to introduce green card to stop games being slowed down
The RFL is set to introduce a green card for referees in a move to combat games being deliberately delayed.
RL Today: Joey Leilua arrives at Featherstone, NARL schedule announced
Featherstone have announced marquee signing Joey Leilua has entered the country, while schedulers have announced the first round of fixtures in the NARL.
RFL boss hails getting more rugby league in the shop window
Rugby Football League chairman Simon Johnson is full of optimism ahead of the new season, with more rugby league being on the TV than ever before.
Concussion protocol extended as RFL roll out three-year mouthguard project
The concussion return to play protocol has been extended, whilst the RFL will begin a three-year mouthguard project to measure head knocks.
RL Today: Brad Takairangi latest, new Covid plans & Naiqama-Burrow moment
Brad Takairangi is back in training with Hull KR, whilst Sky Sports’ Jenna Brooks has spoken to us about that moment between Kevin Naiqama and Rob Burrow.
Positivity the mood for rugby league in 2022
Positivity has to be the mood for rugby league this year, according to Rugby Football League chief executive Ralph Rimmer.
RFL delays decision on scrums
The RFL Board have delayed a final decision on the return of scrums for the 2022 season to allow more time for vaccination rates to increase.
RFL confirms competition structure for reserves in 2022
Reserve-grade rugby league will return on February 19, the Rugby Football League has confirmed.