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Corona virus update – Community Rugby Suspension Following government advice today, the Rugby Football Union (RFU) will suspend all rugby activity in England, at both professional and community level, including club training, league and cup matches plus rugby education courses from 17 March until 14 April subject to continued review. The decision has been taken…
All match officials should be aware of the latest advice from the Government, Health Authorities and the RFU regarding Covid-19 especially those deemed to be High Risk. Please bear this advice in mind before accepting a match appointment and please contact the Society if you have any concerns. High risk: Individuals who are over the…
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The link below gives some guidance given by the RFU. https://keepyourbootson.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/RFU-Discipline-Report-Writing-Guidance-2019.01.15.pdf
Safety All referees are insured by the Rugby Football Union when appointed by the Society to a match. That being said Safety is paramount and referees should consider safety issues before and during the game. Clubs have a responsibility to provide person(s) qualified in first aid at matches. If as a referee you feel that…
