RFU Faces Key Vote on CEO Bill Sweeney's Leadership

A Special General Meeting today will decide whether grassroots dissatisfaction over governance and financial mismanagement leads to a no-confidence vote against Sweeney.

The RFU is holding its first Special General Meeting in 25 years, with a vote of no confidence in CEO Bill Sweeney set to take place at 5 PM today.
Grassroots coalitions, led by the Whole Game Union (WGU), have pushed for the vote, citing financial mismanagement, executive bonuses, and governance failures as key grievances.
Interim chairman Sir Bill Beaumont and former critic Rob Sigley have publicly backed Sweeney, arguing that his leadership provides needed stability during a critical period.
The RFU has proposed a counter-resolution to accelerate governance reforms, including devolving more decision-making to regional bodies, in an effort to address grassroots concerns.
Low voter turnout is expected, which could benefit the grassroots movement, but the outcome remains uncertain and could significantly impact the future governance of English rugby.