Quote:The fears and predictions of doom expressed in various postings today are completely understandable but, in the interests of open communication, it is worth making a few points:

1. Eddie Jones has not been forced out of the club. His decision to step down at the end of the season has been entirely his decision, and he should be respected for that.

2. The South African shareholders did not prompt my appointment as CEO,nor Mark Sinderberry's resignation, nor Eddie Jones' resignation. In fact, they have invested a considerable sum of money into the future of the club, and made absolutely no demands of any nature at all - I give you my word on that... no demands of any nature. They are benefactors being represented as invaders. vitriol in some posts is completely unjustified.