Exclusive: Twickenham residents branded anti-fun NIMBYs in rugby stadium row

Twickenham residents have gathered over 3,000 signatures on a petition opposing England Rugby's plans to increase non-sporting events at Allianz Stadium from 3 to 15 per year. The Rugby Football Union has submitted a planning application to Richmond Council seeking the increase, arguing it would allow the 82,000-capacity venue to compete with Wembley and Tottenham Hotspur Stadium for major concert tours. Critics have labeled the residents part of the 'anti-fun lobby' for opposing the expansion.