From the RFU
Media accreditation for the RBS 6 Nations 2015, to be played at Twickenham Stadium should be applied for through the RFU’s online system: www.englandrugby.com/pressaccreditation
The dates of these fixtures and the deadlines for applications are detailed below. The system closes eight days prior to match day. Requests made after the deadlines will not be accepted.
Twickenham stadium annual pass holders must still register their attendance on the system.
England v Italy (February 14, KO 14:30): Closing date for applications is Thursday, February 5.
England v Scotland (March 14, KO 17:00): Closing date for applications is Thursday, March 5.
England v France (March 21, KO 17:00): Closing date for applications is Thursday, March 12.
England Women v France Women (March 21, KO 19:20): Closing date for applications is Thursday, March 12.
Annual pass holders will be sent separate information on their 2015 passes, pass holders must still register their attendance via the online media portal as stated above.
All photographers, written media and non-host broadcasters must apply through this system.
Each individual will need to create an account with their own username and password.
If a single administrator is handling accreditation on behalf of others, it will be their responsibility to create an account for each individual prior to the dates detailed above.
New users
If using the system for the first time:
- Follow link englandrugby.com/pressaccreditation
- Screen 1: Click on ‘New Registration’
- Screen 2: Complete ALL fields and press ‘Proceed To Step 2’
- Screen 3: Complete ALL fields (including photo upload) and press ‘Proceed to Event Selection’
- Screen 4: Tick the games you would like to apply for and press ‘Save Changes’
Within 48 hours of registering two automated emails will be sent: the first to confirm your username and password, the second to confirm which games you have requested.
Returning users
If you are a returning user, once you have entered your username and password, you will automatically be at stage 5. If you are unable to remember your log in details please contact charlottetrusson@rfu.com
All applicants will receive an e-mail to confirm whether or not their application has been successful within two working days of the closing date. This will be sent to the e-mail address provided on the application form. Due to the high number of requests we are unable to determine numbers and allocate places until after the system closes.
For all accreditation enquiries contact Charlotte Trusson, RFU Communications Team and Events Coordinator, on 0208 831 6563 or charlottetrusson@rfu.com
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