The RFU recently completed an exhibition programme to consult with the local community on its plans to redevelop the South Stand at Twickenham Stadium.

Five public exhibitions were held in Twickenham, Whitton, Isleworth and Richmond, providing an opportunity for the community to discover more about the proposed development. This included a model, illustrations and plans showing how the new Twickenham would look under the current proposals. People were encouraged to express their views and given the opportunity to complete a questionnaire, monitored by the independent Electoral Reform Services, to help determine opinion. Of the 365 people who completed the questionnaire 81% were in favour of the development and 14% against. Some 300 signed the visitors’ book requesting updates when available. Around 70% of those consulted were residents from the local area around the stadium. A further 20% were from Richmond Borough and 10% from Hounslow and other areas.