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London Irish Sponsor Diageo Has "Serious Concerns" Over Paddy Jackson Signing

Diageo, sponsor of London Irish, has stated it has "serious concerns" over the rugby club's decision...
Sarah Stacey
Sarah Stacey

7:17 PM - 10 Jun 2019



The Last Word With Matt Cooper

London Irish Sponsor Diageo Has "Serious Concerns" Over Paddy Jackson Signing

Sarah Stacey
Sarah Stacey

7:17 PM - 10 Jun 2019

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Diageo, sponsor of London Irish, has stated it has "serious concerns" over the rugby club's decision to sign former Ireland international Paddy Jackson.

With the 30-year partnership now in doubt, Diageo will meet with London Irish this week to express its reservations about the signing, which it says is "not consistent" with its values.

Jackson, along with three other men, was acquitted of all charges in last year's Belfast rape trial.

His contract with both Ulster and Ireland was subsequently terminated by the IRFU.

Should Jackson be allowed to continue playing rugby in Ireland or the UK, considering his acquittal? Or is Diageo right to be unhappy over the London Irish contract?

Sinead O'Carroll and Larissa Nolan joined us to discuss.

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