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Snooker powers set for talks as players union calls crunch meeting
- PSPA seeks an Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM) with the WPBSA to fast-track reforms for players.
- PSPA aims to broaden healthcare for players beyond the top 64 rankings.
- There is support from WPBSA chair Jason Ferguson for open meetings with players and representatives.
- The PSPA favors a switch from a money-list to a points-based ranking system to reflect achievements.
- A December Scottish Open meeting was described as positive and constructive for potential changes.
- PSPA board members, including Mark Allen and Shaun Murphy, remain active as the World Championship unfolds.
- The PSPA aims to push changes on healthcare, ranking, funding, and commercial opportunities for players.
- John Higgins expressed optimism that progress will accelerate with behind-the-scenes activity.
- The PSPA holds over half of the tour’s players, signaling strong momentum for reform.
- The WPBSA is reviewing its policy on healthcare and the ranking system in response to PSPA pressure.
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