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3 Aug 2007 - Uncategorized

Scottish Rugby Statement

Scottish Rugby confirmed today that it had not received repayment of almost£1.4 million outstanding from Edinburgh Rugby. In conjunction with its legal advisers, Scottish Rugby will review its options over the weekend to determine its next step to recover the outstanding funds. Scottish Rugby confirmed today that it had not received repayment of almost £1.4 […]

2 Aug 2007 - Uncategorized

Scottish Rugby Statement

Scottish Rugby has confirmed today that the operating agreement between Edinburgh Rugby and Scottish Rugby has been terminated by Edinburgh Rugby. Consequently Edinburgh Rugby no longer have any rights to play or train at Murrayfield and Scottish Rugby has asked when they plan to vacate the stadium.Scottish Rugby has confirmed today that the operating agreement […]

27 Jul 2007 - Uncategorized

Struan Rugby Camp Cancelled

The rugby camp, which Scottish Rugby runs in association with the youth organisation the SSC, at Struan in Perthshire, which was due to take place from tomorrow (Saturday 28 July) – Friday 3 August has had to be cancelled due to weather conditions. The renowned camp, which has been attended by numerous international players over […]

24 Jul 2007 - Uncategorized

Chris Paterson :Scottish Rugby Statement

Scottish Rugby is dismayed to hear the news that Chris Paterson is to leave Edinburgh Rugby with immediate effect to join the English Premiership club Gloucester. Scottish Rugby has written to Edinburgh Rugby asking for their explanation for Paterson’s departure and how this affects their obligations to Scottish Rugby. An urgent response has been requested. […]

12 Jul 2007 - Uncategorized

Discipline Panel Outcome

Having heard representations on behalf of the discipline officer and Edinburgh Rugby Limited, the independent disciplinary panel decided that Edinburgh Rugby Limited had breached Regulation 9 of the IRB Regulations. The breach occurred when Edinburgh Rugby Limited inhibited, prevented or rendered unavailable 12 of its players for attendance at Scotland national squad training for at […]

9 Jul 2007 - Uncategorized

Edinburgh Rugby Resign As Sru Member Club

Scottish Rugby today announced that Edinburgh Rugby Limited has confirmed that they wish to resign as an Associate Member of the SRU. The resignation notice, which takes immediate effect, was sent by the club’s owner, Bob Carruthers, to SRU Secretary Graham Ireland.Scottish Rugby today announced that Edinburgh Rugby Limited has confirmed that they wish to […]

5 Jul 2007 - Uncategorized

Scotland Reveal Tailored Rugby World Cup Kit

Scottish Rugby and their kit supplier, Canterbury of New Zealand, today reveal the new tailor-made official team jersey to be worn by the Scotland team at this year’s Rugby World Cup. The kit has been specifically designed to meet the demanding and rigorous requirements of the international arena.Scottish Rugby and their kit supplier, Canterbury of […]

5 Jul 2007 - Uncategorized

Scottish Rugby Statement

Scottish Rugby has fully complied with the terms of its contract with Edinburgh Rugby Limited at all times and wishes to make this clear to the Scottish public. It is dismayed that Edinburgh Rugby continues to make unfounded allegations.Scottish Rugby has fully complied with the terms of its contract with Edinburgh Rugby Limited at all […]

4 Jul 2007 - Uncategorized

Scottish Rugby Announces 2007/08 National Academy

In line with Scottish Rugby’s long-term commitment to produce future professional and international players, 47 players were today announced as the inductees into it’s National Academy for the 2007/08 season. The Academy, which consists of 19 senior and 28 junior players, will be coached by three Academy coaches and supported by two strength and conditioning […]

29 Jun 2007 - Uncategorized

George Jack Elected Sru President

In the first ever three-way vote for the post of President of the Scottish Rugby Union, George Jack, former rector of Selkirk High School and ex Edinburgh District and Leith Accies hooker, won a dramatic contest. There was tension in the first round of voting as Jack polled 57 votes and Peter Brown and Jim […]