Williams warns WRU on 'almost non-existent' student support
Former Wales and Lions wing Shane Williams says pathways support for schools and colleges from the Welsh Rugby Union (WRU) is 'almost non-existent'.
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""It's the most important part of it all," Williams told Radio Wales Breakfast."
— Shane Williams , Athlete
""No, I don't have much faith, to be honest with you.""
— Shane Williams , Athlete
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Former Cardiff board member and Welsh businesswoman.
Jonathan Davies is a former rugby player and commentator.
Former chief operating officer of Principality Building Society.
Former Welsh rugby player and one of the nation's top try scorers.
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Former Wales and Lions wing Shane Williams says pathways support for schools and colleges from the Welsh Rugby Union (WRU) is 'almost non-existent'.
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