England may ditch Twickenham for Milton Keynes over concert row, says RFU chief
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How Beyonce made RFU doubt England’s future at Twickenham
- The RFU is considering moving the home of England rugby from Twickenham to Milton Keynes or Birmingham.
- This is due to licensing restrictions imposed by Richmond borough council, which limit the number of non-rugby events held at the stadium.
- The RFU lost the opportunity to host a series of Beyonce concerts because of these restrictions.
- Plans for a £600m redevelopment of Twickenham would reportedly not be viable if the ground doesn’t diversify its event programme.
- RFU chief Bill Sweeney is facing a vote of no confidence next week amid controversy over executive pay.