Commenting on the news that Welsh Rugby Union (WRU) chief executive, Steve Philips has resigned, Leader of the Welsh Conservatives, Andrew RT Davies MS said:
“There is no doubt that these appalling and substantial allegations have damaged the reputation of the WRU.
“I hope that with a change in leadership, the WRU can regain the trust of the people of Wales, behaviours can be reflected upon and that the organisation can begin to repair its image.
“After raising this matter with the First Minister and writing to the Senedd committee Chair on Tuesday asking for her committee to investigate these serious allegations. I am pleased to see that the committee will be questioning the Chairman of the WRU and Deputy Minister on Thursday.
The status quo is not an option.”
Welsh Conservative Shadow Sports Minister, Tom Giffard MS added:
“The number one job for Nigel Walker, the new acting CEO, has got to be providing women and girls with that vital assurance that these allegations are being treated seriously.
“Action must be taken to ensure the integrity of the sport and its governing body. There should be no place in rugby for misogyny to be rearing its ugly head.”