IRFU Committee

The IRFU is a democratically elected body with a Union Committee comprised of volunteer representatives from each of our four provincial branches (Connacht, Leinster, Munster, and Ulster) along with co-opted delegates.

Key decisions, including the overall strategic direction of the organisation, high-level decisions relating to the game, major commercial matters, and ticket pricing are discussed and approved by IRFU Union Committee.

The Union Committee has 40% female representation, reflecting our commitment to strong governance and balanced decision-making.

There are currently four representatives per province and a co-opted member sitting alongside a President, Chairperson, Senior Vice President, Junior Vice President, Immediate Past President and Honorary Treasurer.

President
Tony O’Beirne

Vice Presidents
Michael Collopy, John McKibbin

Honorary Treasurer
Patrick Kennedy

Chairperson of Management Committee
Stephen Black

Immediate Past President
John O'Driscoll

Click here to see the IRFU Officers

Click here to see the Connacht Branch Representatives

Click here to see the Leinster Branch Representatives

Click here to see the Munster Branch Representatives

Click here to see the Ulster Branch Representatives

Click here to see the Co-opted members

Full committee lists will appear once confirmed for Season 2026/27