RFU proposes to cut 139 jobs to combat projected losses of £107m

Ruling body expects 20% revenue loss for five yearsBill Sweeney sounds warning of long-term shortfallsThe Rugby Football Union plans to cut its workforce by nearly a quarter, with 139 jobs at risk due to projected losses of up to £107m as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic.Bill Sweeney, the RFU’s chief executive, said it would take up to five years for the governing body to recover from the impact of the pandemic as it announced a consultation over the proposed cutbacks before a final decision to be taken at the end of August. Related: Twickenham tickets for England games could be corporate-onl…