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Yorkshire out to change cricket after winter spent learning from mistakes

Darren Gough says Yorkshire ‘can’t forget’ the Azeem Rafiq racism scandal but want ‘to make sure it doesn’t happen again’

The Guardian - UK · Apr 1, 2022

Azeem Rafiq "relieved" by Yorkshire members' decision as he tips "bright, inclusive future"

Yorkshire's members have voted through several major reforms following the Azeem Rafiq racism scandal, which has led to Headingley being able to host international matches again

Daily Mirror · Apr 1, 2022

Rainford-Brent welcomes ‘significant moment’ as ECB helps ACE programme expand

The programme was launched in 2020 originally in south London but will now be located in six different areas.

The Independent UK · Apr 1, 2022

Test cricket’s return to Yorkshire green-lit after members approve reforms following Azeem Rafiq racism case

Yorkshire County Cricket Club will once again host England Test matches after approving a series of reforms aimed at tackling the issues uncovered in the Azeem Rafiq racism scandal.

Evening Standard · Mar 31, 2022

Yorkshire members vote in reforms which pave way for Headingley internationals

Lord Kamlesh Patel lauded the ‘overwhelming vote for positive change’ after the extraordinary general meeting.

The Independent UK · Mar 31, 2022

Opinion: China’s ‘Draghi Moment’ Saved Its Stocks, but Can It Work Next Time?

A well-timed government announcement can quickly shift market expectations, but it has to be followed by concrete measures to maintain credibility

Caixin Global · Mar 31, 2022

Pivotal day for Yorkshire with EGM set to take place at Headingley

Members will be asked to vote through changes to the structure of the board that are key to the future of the club

The Independent UK · Mar 31, 2022

England need to work with young batters despite the inevitable failures

Collapses in West Indies brought back bad memories of 2019. Little seems to have changed with pressure to succeed at Test level still leading to bad decision-making

The Guardian - UK · Mar 30, 2022

ECB backs Lord Patel to lead Yorkshire forward ahead of pivotal EGM

An EGM will take place at Headingley on Thursday where members will vote on key structure changes

The Independent UK · Mar 30, 2022

England’s red-ball reset to begin in earnest with Rob Key and Marcus North favourites to define a new era

Much was said about a reset of England’s red-ball cricket on the tour of the Caribbean, but no genuine change was ever possible until the team landed home this morning.

Evening Standard · Mar 30, 2022