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Ulster Rugby conducting ‘major review’ of Kingspan sponsorship over Grenfell Inquiry

Jonny Petrie, the club’s chief executive, said that a ‘major review’ of its sponsorship is ongoing

Ulster captain Iain Henderson wears the Kinspan branded jersey as part of the company’s sponsorship which is under review. Picture: Getty Images

Jonny Petrie, Ulster Rugby’s chief executive, has said the club is conducting a “major review” of its sponsorship deal with Kingspan in light of the Grenfell Tower fire inquiry.

The rugby club has been urged to drop its deal with Kingspan, which sponsors both its kits and stadium, over the revelations about the company’s behaviour that have emerged from the inquiry into the fire, in which 72 people died.

In an interview with BBC Sport ...