The union commits €40m annually to provinces based on growth incentives and a new funding program. Provinces to contribute 30% towards player's IRFU contract; Leinster heavily impacted.
New financial model reviewed by IRFU steering committee aims for simplicity, transparency, and better alignment. 80% income from men's team vital for women's rugby and domestic game support.
Central control of player management admired but criticized for concentration at Leinster. Model adjustment to distribute contracts more evenly across provinces.
IRFU chief sees the new model as simpler, transparent, equitable, and providing better incentivization and alignment. Focus on protecting men's team income for women's rugby and domestic game support.
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