These guys will come in for a day or so and then we could release them back to their regions. But if we get injuries further down the track, then they are up to speed with what we've done.

The injuries mean somebody else will be given an opportunity,

I believe he has a lot of ground to make up with them and other people who have supported him during the period of his career that he has spoken about,

I can confirm I resigned. It is for family reasons. I would like to thank the Welsh public, players and fans for all their support during my time as coach. It has been an incredible time.

I didn't tell them anything at half-time because those players have stared down the barrel of a gun before.

Hopefully we will be near to full strength and be there or thereabouts again,

Chris and Lee both joined us this week and have settled in well,

In terms of the changes, obviously it does create minor difficulties trying to develop new units. But a lot of guys had game time in the autumn, so I'm hoping some of those teething are out of the way and we can really move our game on and play some exciting rugby.

I have noted that for use of the elbow there have been two or three different sentences. That is something that needs to be considered.

I know we can play some good rugby, I know we can be very proud when we're on the field, but I was also pleased to see us persevere. I think that's the thing we're going to need in the Six Nations at times, particularly in light of a couple of injuries.