Overview
- Munster confirmed it has started a voluntary redundancy programme and begun consultation with staff.
- Reports say 90 to 100 employees are eligible to apply, with the final number of departures not yet set.
- Chief executive Ian Flanagan flew back early from the men’s tour in South Africa to brief staff in person.
- Munster said revenue has run below forecast after missed home knockout games and softer sponsorship, with losses reported up to €1 million last season.
- The IRFU is running a wider efficiency review across Irish rugby and said it will support Munster through the process.