For the latest edition of the Referees Newsletter please click on the document to the right
Laws of Association Football amendments for season 2010/2011 please click on the document to the right
We are pleased to announce that Chris North (Level 5 Referee) has been appointed as the SCFA Referee Fitness Co-ordinator and for more information please refer to the Fitness section.
Advice to Referees re new wording contained in Law 12 – Fouls and Misconduct – Direct Free Kick Click Here
Advice to Referees concerning players wearing jewellery. Click Here
Refereeing and Equality
Frequently Asked Questions Click on the document to the right
CLASH OF COLOURS & LAWS OF THE GAME AMENDMENTS/REMINDERS
1. Please be aware that under FA Regulations teams are not allowed to play in either BLACK or VERY DARK colours that may clash with the Referee.
2. PLAYERS are reminded again that they should ensure that they do not wear anything that is dangerous to themselves or other players (including any kind of jewellery). Taping up of rings is only permitted if this renders them entirely safe. There is growing evidence of players being injured by opponents' studs and blades on footwear. Referees have been instructed to carry out inspections prior to every match in order to reduce this danger.
3. PLAYERS and REFEREES are reminded that racist remarks constitute a dismissal offence in accord with Law 12 (the use of offensive, insulting or abusive language) and must be punished accordingly.
4. If undergarments are worn, the colour of the sleeve should be the same main colour as the sleeve of the jersey or shirt. If Undershorts are worn, they are of the same main colour as the shorts.