Young cleared of bullying but leaves Cardiff role

Cardiff have confirmed that director of rugby Dai Young has left his role with immediate effect.

The 55-year-old was recently cleared of allegations of bullying at the club following an independent investigation, but has agreed to terminate his contract with the BKT United Rugby Championship side.

Young had denied the allegations made against him, and a report by an external investigation found insufficient evidence to back up the claims.

However in a statement the club say the nature of the allegations caused the relationship between the coach and those at the club to strain.

"As has been widely reported in the media, on 20 April 2023, Dai Young was suspended from his role as Director of Rugby by Cardiff Rugby following allegations of bullying, which he categorically denied," a statement reads.

"Given the nature of these allegations and mindful of its duty of care to all employees, Cardiff Rugby commissioned a barrister to carry out an independent investigation .

"Following a thorough process, the barrister concluded that there was insufficient evidence to support the allegations and that no further action should be taken in relation to them.

"Unfortunately, this process has caused strain on the working relationship between Cardiff Rugby and Dai Young. In the circumstances, regrettably, it has been mutually agreed by the parties to terminate Dai's employment contract in accordance with terms within that allow for early termination.

"Cardiff Rugby would like to thank Dai for his latest contribution to the Club during the last two years, which culminated in the Club finishing as the highest placed Welsh club in the United Rugby Championship, which secured a return to the European Champions Cup. We wish Dai the very best with