SCRA discussion papers before The SCFA Referees' Committee

The County RA has asked the SCFA Referees' Committee to consider
* removing the requirement for referees under 16 and those over 65 to pay an   annual affiliation fee (form still to be submitted);

* increasing the Attendance Allowance for referees at Disciplinary
Hearings;
* re-instating the facility for referees to charge for public
transport costs at Disciplinary Hearings (some match officials don't drive)
* the possibility of providing extra feedback to candidates at the end of the   promotion 'year'

"OUCH!!"

At a recent Kingston meeting, guest speaker Alan Robinson was talking about
how dangerous it is to allow jewellery to be worn by players.
Alan mentioned a number of problems that have arisen recently involving
jewellery. A more common thing to find nowadays is the pierced eyebrow.
Under NO circumstances should the player be allowed to play as he will be a
danger both to himself and others. Alan also mentioned about a recent case
in the Midlands where a player played with a pierced nipple (unknown to the
referee). During the game, an opponent grabbed his shirt and, in doing so,
tore out the ring with somewhat damaging consequences! The referee would
not reasonably have known and has no liability but just something of which
to be aware!!!

Members are reminded that the National RA membership year runs from April 1st each year. If you haven't paid your Society and RA dues you are NOT covered by the RA insurance policy. Please pay up quickly if you are in this category.

Other snippets

* Divisional Finals for the 5-a-side and Quiz is set for Sunday, 5 March at   Woking Leisure Centre.

* Assistant Secretary Brian Fish's wife, Angela, is recovering well from a nine  hour operation to remove a tumour from beside her brain. They are most   grateful for all the cards and messages.