Quote Originally Posted by Bruce Foxton View Post
The fact that they have only earmarked Ł3m to help ease the burden of this, which in the grand scheme of things isn't a large amount would point to this being a very short term measure. If they did nothing now, and cases surged there would be a very real chance they would have to put restrictions on the 6 nations games, which would cause an even bigger uproar. I think sporting events are taking the hit now in the hope that they wont have to impact on the "Jewel" in Wales crown come February.
Good point on the 6 nations tbf, which is a much bigger economic and cultural decision and would be far more controversial.