Disgraced rugby player Paddy Jackson, cleared last year of rape, is set to leave Perpignan and return to the UK with a move to Premiership Rugby club London Irish, prompting concerns from major sponsor Diageo.
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Read MoreThe fallout following a rape trial involving Ireland and Ulster players Paddy Jackson and Stuart Olding has dominated the news in Northern Ireland, prompting debate about sex education and consent.
Read MoreIreland and Ulster rugby players Paddy Jackson and Stuart Olding were cleared of rape in March 2018, but the delay in a decision by the URFU and Ulster Rugby following an investigation has polarised opinions.
Read MoreIreland and Ulster rugby players Paddy Jackson and Stuart Olding have been cleared of rape and now Ulster Rugby Club and the national team are now set to review whether they warrant further punishment.
Read MoreThe Cold War seems well and truly alive following a frosting of relations between Great Britain and Russia which led to suggestions that England should withdraw from the FIFA World Cup in Russia entirely.
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Read MoreA scandal has erupted in London after Financial Times journalist Madison Marriage highlighted the raucous and inappropriate behaviour at the men-only Presidents Club charity dinner at The Dorchester Hotel.
Read MoreLeeds United Football Club's marketing team has had a tough 24 hours - the launch of a new badge was widely rubbished and the club has now promised to consult further. PR professionals are not impressed.
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