RUGBY Union is set to continue across England this weekend, despite the passing of Queen Elizabeth II on Thursday.
Government guidance had stated that there was “no obligation” to postpone sporting events and any decision to do so would be at sporting bodies’ discretion.
Following on from this, the Rugby Football Union (RFU) has advised that there can be “respectful continuation” of matches this weekend.
It means eight clubs in Dorset will be active, the highest-ranked being Bournemouth in the Regional One South Central division.
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The Lions visit Oxford Harlequins tomorrow (3pm), while Sherborne host St Austell in the Regional Two Tribute South West.
In the Counties One Tribute Southern South, Dorchester travel to North Dorset, Swanage & Wareham visit Trowbridge Seconds, Wimborne take the trip to Combe Down and Blandford entertain Avonvale.
Bridport’s home game against Wimborne Seconds is the sole match to be contested in Counties Two Dorset & Wilts South (2pm).
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