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THE RFU are working with DMP Durham Sharks, who have won one of their last 29 top-flight matches, to improve performance.
The Sharks, who unlike most sides in the league are not part of a club with a Premiership men’s team, lost 104-0 to leaders Saracens on Sunday.
A joint statement read: “DMP has faced numerous challenges which need to be addressed. All stakeholders want to find a solution to ensure there is a successful top-tier club in the North East.”
The Sharks appealed for an end to the online abuse some of their players have suffered.
“All ...