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RFU pay: Bill Sweeney & Tom Ilube could face vote of no confidence, with motion calling for their dismissal gathering support

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Rugby Football Union bosses Bill Sweeney and Tom Ilube could face a seismic vote of no confidence early next year .

A motion calling for their dismissal has gathered support among grassroots clubs.

If the motion reaches the threshold of 100 signatories from clubs throughout England , a special general meeting must be held within 45 days .

A two-thirds majority would then be required to oust Ilube and press RFU directors to remove Sweeney from his post.

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