Former Wales and British and Irish Lions rugby legend Barry John has died

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Barry John, the Welsh rugby legend, has died aged 79, his family have said in a statement.

"Barry John died peacefully today at the University Hospital of Wales surrounded by his loving wife and four children," his family announced.

"He was a loving Dadcu [grandfather] to his 11 grandchildren and much-loved brother."

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