Saracens head of performance Phil Morrow has been blocked from joining the England set-up by Gallagher Premiership clubs.
Marlie Packer returns to captain England for their WXV match against New Zealand on Sunday
Wales lock Dafydd Jenkins looks increasingly unlikely to be fit for the autumn internationals.
Former England rugby union and rugby league stars will take part in a unique hybrid match at Headingley next month to raise funds for Motor Neurone Disease.
England fly-half George Ford does not require surgery on his torn thigh muscle and could be fit for autumn internationals.
England Rugby have appointed Joe El-Abd as the defence coach who joins Steve Borthwick's coaching set-up for the forthcoming Autumn Nations Series.
Everything you need to know as WXV returns for its second season, with England seeking to defend their title.
England reinforced their position as favourites to win the 2025 World Cup by dismantling their chief rivals New Zealand 24-12 at Allianz Stadium.