THE PREM'S separation from the rugby pyramid is due to be confirmed today (February 27), according to reports from the BBC.
After numerous reports from a host of publications suggesting the current system of promotion and relegation between England's top two tiers was due to be scrapped, a Rugby Football Union council meeting is due to approve the decision.
The Prem will look to expand from 10 to 12 teams by 2030 with teams able to apply for a place with a requirement to meet revamped criteria standards.
Further expansion remains possible in the future.
According to the BBC report, applications will be able to come from existing clubs, relaunched sides, or completely new entities.
Despite the traditional mechanism for promotion remaining in place over recent years, failure to meet existing standards by the likes of Ealing Trailfinders has seen no promotion to the top tier since 2021.
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In December, Worcester Warriors CEO Stephen Vaughan told Worcester News that the side remained committed to their ambition of returning to the Prem.
"We are committed to our ambition of returning to the Prem and we have the facilities and fanbase to be a success at that level," he said.
"Having recently re-established ourselves as a professional club, we have been clear that our intention is to use this season to stabilise and grow with the intention of seeking a return to the Prem in the near future."
He added that there were uncertainties over promotion at the time but Warriors would seek promotion when the opportunity arises, so long as they feel in a position to do so.
"Entry to the Prem is somewhat uncertain at the moment, and we believe could well be subject to change, so we will deal with the outcome of these conversations and will seek promotion to the Prem, if and when the opportunity arises, and it doesn’t jeopardise the robust sustainable model we are committed to, and when we are financially resilient to do so," he added.
"Whichever path we take or choose to take, it will be underpinned by our commitment of being a progressive, sustainable club with a strong foundation."
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