Rugby Football League vice president Mike Smith has called on Australia and New Zealand to make a U-turn on their decision to withdraw from the World Cup.
Mike Smith will stay as chief executive of Hull KR until a new owner or consortium of the club is found.
Mike Smith will step down from his role as Hull KR chief executive after 10 years in the job.
Television presenter Clare Balding will become the president of the Rugby Football League next summer, succeeding ex-footballer Tony Adams.
Hull KR have confirmed that back-rower Ben Galea will leave the club at the end of the season.
Hull KR have confirmed that full-back Shannon McDonnell has rejected a new contract and chosen to leave at the end of the season.