This is a copy of the presentation given by Roger Bowden, M&DRURS Chairman, at the October 2022 meeting on Match Official Abuse.
It covers the "five deadly sins" that constitute abuse and provides practical guidance for referees.
Other relevant resources:
PO#1 - Authority and Gaining Respect
Match Official ...
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This is a copy of the Cheshire Cup Regulations for season 2022-23 that were issued in August 2022.
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This is a copy of the presentation given by Andy McMillan (Chairman of Training & Development) at the pre-season meetings held in August 2022.
The following topics are covered:
Updates to laws and rules (awareness raising)
Refereeing courses through RFU and Society
Clarifications on issues arising since ...
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These guidelines were issued by the RFU to referees' societies in August 2022. The guidelines complement PO#15, "Safeguarding and Child Protection".
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This PO (#15) summarises key points from the Society's Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy
See also the supplement to this PO: RFU Match Official Safeguarding Guidelines
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Water Carriers and Technical Zone update July 2022
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World Rugby 2022 Law Changes - Summary List
World Rugby 2022 Law Changes - Summary List
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This PO paper contains Society advice and guidance on the often challenging area of dealing with foul play and applying the necessary sanctions.
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Refereeing the Breakdown - PO#22 December 2021
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This is one of the presentations given by Andy McMillan (Chairman, Training & Development) at the pre-season meetings in August 2021. It concerns the Global Law Trials that are to be applied for this season (2021/22).
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