Newcastle Falcons have signed Coventry prop James Hall on a one-year contract.
Hall, 23, scored four tries in his 29 appearances for the Midlands club this season and represented England Students last term.
Falcons head coach Alan Tait said: "James is a quality young tight head who has been starting regularly for Coventry in the Championship, and will add to the competition that we have here for next season.
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