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Richard Cockerill departs Edinburgh after four years
Richard Cockerill signed a two-year contract extension last summer.
Jul 19, 12:06
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Scotland looking forward to Six Nations clash with France
A coronavirus outbreak in Les Bleus squad had put the contest in doubt.
Feb 24, 16:50
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New Celtic chief executive Dominic McKay will see out notice period
Dominic McKay will be expected to lead the hunt for Neil Lennon's successor when he takes over.
Feb 24, 15:39
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Gregor Townsend announces desire to extend Scotland contract
The Scotland coach himself has confirmed his desire to stay at the helm until the World Cup in France in 2023.
Dec 3, 22:08
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Coronavirus roundup: All the latest news from the world of sport on August 7
Sports Mole rounds up the latest Coronavirus news from across the sports world.
Aug 7, 23:39
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SRU chief executive reminds players of coronavirus regulations
Mark Dodson is determined rugby will not follow suit after problems for Aberdeen's footballers.
Aug 7, 16:20
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SRU hopeful fans could return in time for autumn internationals
The number of fans could range from 10,000 to 30,000 depending on social-distancing guidelines.
Jun 11, 18:16
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Coronavirus latest: High-earning Scotland players asked to take pay cuts
Chief executive Mark Dodson has taken a wage cut until at least September.
Apr 13, 18:22
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Scottish Rugby Union fined for Dodson's World Cup comments
Tensions rose in Japan when Scotland's pivotal group clash with the hosts was put under threat by Typhoon Hagibis.
Nov 7, 13:03
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World Rugby hints at punishment for Scotland
Rugby World Cup organisers are investigating comments made amid typhoon-related doubts about the match proceeding.
Oct 15, 11:13
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World Rugby "disappointed" as Scotland mull legal action
Scotland chief executive Mark Dodson refused to rule out legal action to make sure the Pool A clash at Yokohama goes ahead.
Oct 11, 19:29
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Scotland urge World Cup authorities to use "common sense" with Japan clash
SRU boss Mark Dodson has taken legal advice and says Sunday's Pool A showdown could be pushed back 24 hours due to the threat of Typhoon Hagibis.
Oct 11, 14:00
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Roy Laidlaw: 'Scotland's World Cup-winning aim unrealistic'
Scotland's bid to win this year's Rugby World Cup is 'unrealistic', according to former Grand Slam winner Roy Laidlaw.
Jun 11, 19:59
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Scottish Rugby secure four-year partnership deal with BT
Scottish Rugby announce that they have secured a four-year partnership deal with BT.
May 28, 14:02
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Scotland happy but undecided on Scott Johnson
Scotland are yet to decide whether Scott Johnson will be made permanent head coach of the national side.
Apr 3, 06:52
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Scotland to appoint interim boss?
SRU chief executive Mark Dodson admits that they could appoint an interim boss for the Six Nations.
Dec 4, 12:35
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Chris Paterson backs Scotland World Cup target
Chris Paterson backs the plan for Scotland to win a Six Nations and a World Cup within the next four years.
Jul 3, 06:56
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Mark Dodson targets Scotland World Cup victory
Mark Dodson wants Scotland to win the Six Nations and World Cup by 2016.
Jul 3, 06:32