World Rugby chiefs introduce independent concussion consultants to review head injuries

World Rugby’s chief medical officer Dr Éanna Falvey revealed the British and Irish Lions have worked in conjunction with World Rugby to use 'Independent Concussion Consultants' on their current tour of South Africa

World Rugby will launch a panel of Independent Concussion Consultants (Richard Sellers/PA)

Rugby chiefs have moved to strengthen concussion protocols, with independent specialists set to review cases when players return to action after a head injury.

World Rugby will launch a panel of Independent Concussion Consultants (ICCs) to provide expert opinion on whether players are ready to return to action after head issues.