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Steve Brown I would also like to thank all 20 teams who
England Rugby 2015 Managing Director made Rugby World Cup 2015 so memorable
and special, with stand-out moments like
We are very proud of the fact that England Japan v South Africa in Brighton and record
2015 has been widely acknowledged as the rugby crowds at Wembley to name but a few.
biggest and best Rugby World Cup to date.
I continue to meet volunteers around the
This could not have been achieved without the country who worked on the tournament and
commitment, energy and passion for the game they are still rightly proud to talk about their
of our 400 staff, 6,000 volunteers, and the personal contribution to its success – they
support of the England Rugby 2015 Board. made a huge difference.
As I return to my role as RFU Chief Financial And finally, none of this would have been
Officer, I have been delighted to observe the possible without the 2.5 million wonderful
fantastic jobs that our England 2015 people rugby fans who bought a ticket to see 20 World
have moved on to, both within sport and in class teams play 48 fantastic games.
other sectors. This success is testament to
their inherent expertise and commitment plus, It was a very memorable moment in time
I am sure, the unique experience gained during and I am personally honoured to have been
England 2015. part of a very special team that delivered an
extraordinary event.

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