Virtually every club in the Premiership has England internationals who have been nurtured in the Championship, and Alistair Bow says its value has been proven time and again.
“Championship clubs predominantly bring young EQP players through – and like Nottingham acknowledge that they can, and do, move on. Without adequate funding the Premiership will lose that proven model.
“You need a second pro league for players to get the necessary development. We all have to learn a trade, and the Championship – and the National Leagues – have proved their worth in d...