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Paul Harris QC and Michael Armitage, of Monckton Chambers, acted for the 8 Saracens players who faced charges, as well as former England international Richard Wigglesworth.
An Independent Disciplinary Panel appointed by the Rugby Football Union (RFU) has today given judgment in a high-profile case concerning breaches of COVID-19 protocols by 13 professional rugby players which led to the recent cancellation of the Quilter cup match between Barbarian FC and England. The Panel’s lengthy and detailed reasons address a number of matters of principle, and are therefore required reading for all those with a professional interest in sporting disciplinary matters.
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The comments made in this case note are wholly personal and do not reflect the views of any other members of Monckton Chambers, its tenants or clients.