Tom Ilube is stepping down as chair of the Rugby Football Union (RFU) amid an executive pay row.
The RFU, which held an emergency council meeting on Wednesday, has announced an independent review of its executive pay plan, which features a long-term incentive plan scheme.
It followed outcry over RFU chief executive Bill Sweeney being paid £1.1m for the 2023-24 financial year, which comprised an increased salary of £742,000 and bonus of £358,000.
Ilube, who took on the role in 2021, said in a statement: “I have decided to step down from my role as Chair of the RFU as recent events have become a distraction from the game, but will stay on to ensure a smooth transition to a new Chair as soon as one is in place.
“I’m pleased that an independent review of the LTIP scheme has been commissioned and look forward to its findings once completed.
“It has been an honour to Chair the RFU, and I look forward to once again enjoying the game that I grew up with from the touchline and watching it grow.”
Ilube had been facing motions calling for his removal after a grassroots revolt gathered enough support to trigger a special general meeting.
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