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The lock returns to Parc y Scarlets after two loan spells earlier in the season
Scarlets have completed the signing of Welsh-qualified second row Harvey Cuckson from Bath.
The 22-year-old returns after previously enjoying two loan spells at Parc y Scarlets earlier in the season, where he impressed as a late call-up against the Lions and Sharks on tour in South Africa.
He also faced Glasgow, Dragons and Ulster, and is now back for a third stint in the United Rugby Championship.
Cuckson, who qualifies for Wales through his grandmother, played his junior rugby for Mold RFC, but he would go on to be capped by England at under-18 and under-20 level, travelling with the latter to the U20s World Cup in South Africa.
Scarlets interim director of rugby Nigel Davies added: “Harvey made a real impression on us during his time here this season.
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“He came in at short notice ahead of a challenging tour in South Africa. He showed a level of composure and physicality that stood out straight away.
“He embraced everything we asked of him, strong at the set-piece, worked hard defensively and, importantly, showed a real appetite to learn and improve.
“Bringing in and developing players who have a connection to Welsh rugby is important to us.
“Harvey is a young player with genuine potential and, just as importantly, the mindset to grow within our environment.
“We believe this is the right place for him to continue that journey and we are excited to see how he develops as part of this group.”
Cuckson himself said: “I really enjoyed my time with the Scarlets earlier this season.
“It’s a club with a clear identity, strong ambition and a passionate support behind it.
“To be a part of the Scarlets and to play my rugby in Wales, is a huge opportunity for me. I’m looking forward to the challenge of the URC and getting stuck in with the squad in pre-season.”
Harvey is the second addition to the Scarlets squad ahead of the 2026-27 campaign, following the signing of Wales international prop Corey Domachowski from Cardiff.
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