Welsh rugby is to receive a £13.5m grant from the governmentWelsh rugby has secured a £13.5m funding package from the government to help soften the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. The grant will be divided equally among the WRU and the country's four professional regions - Cardiff Blues, Dragons, Ospreys and Scarlets. WRU chief executive said: "On behalf of the professional game in Wales I would like to thank Welsh Government for this award from the Spectator Sports Survival Fund. "During an incredibly challenging time we have found both Welsh Government and Sport Wales accessible, responsive and sympathetic to the plight of our game in Wales. As such this £13.5m grant is timely and hugely helpful."

Source: Sky sports January 25, 2021 12:22 UTC