Frankie 8,183 Posted November 25, 2010 Share Posted November 25, 2010 "As indicated earlier this week, at Sunday's scheduled SFA monthly meeting of category one officials it was decided unanimously to withdraw availability for appointment this weekend November 27-28. "The meeting concluded that the incessant and adverse nature of recent comments on referees had placed intolerable pressures on personal and professional lives and that statements questioning honesty and integrity aimed across refereeing in general had led to an unprecedented level of abuse and genuine concerns for safety and for the ability to carry out normal family and business commitments. "Last night, all category one referees ratified their original decision. "It was also stated at the time that the group appreciated the full impact this decision will have on fans this weekend and for that reason it was not taken lightly. "However, it was believed to be necessary in the current climate and that it will hopefully put an end to the more extreme attacks on referees. "It was not a 'bargaining chip' aimed at soliciting 'quick fixes or deals'. "It was instead a genuine call for a moment of reflection by all who love the game in Scotland and a desire to see a real and fundamental reappraisal of football's and society's relationship with its referees. "The group felt this was needed for the good of the game overall and made it clear to all on Monday that this was not an industrial relations dispute that could be speedily negotiated away to avert 'action'. "The category one officials have welcomed the level of support received from fellow officials both at home and internationally, as well as that from others within the game and wider Scottish life. "Discussions took place this week with the SFA and leagues and constructive progress was made on mainly long-term objectives which, if achievable, will begin a proper process to underpin the integrity and standing of referees in this country. "After this weekend, the referees will return to the field and will continue dialogue with the governing body to develop well-thought through and meaningful measures in an environment of mutual respect." No specific club or individuals named but most people will get the gist... 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gazza_8 233 Posted November 25, 2010 Share Posted November 25, 2010 Can the refs get the sack for striking? 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
calscot 0 Posted November 25, 2010 Share Posted November 25, 2010 It's not clear how legal the strike is and part time employees have less rights and so I presume they probably could all be sacked - but it's not in the SFA's or Scottish football's interest. It would be a bit like the Scotland team excluding our best 20 players. Not only would it be cutting off your nose to spite your face, with the sympathy for their plight prevalent in the more enlightened masses, it would also make them a laughing stock. You also have to wonder who would want to step into their places given the circumstances. It's only part time work and not exactly handsomely paid - with the sackings and the reasons behind the strike, it would be the most unattractive job around before you even consider the likely solidarity in Scotland. And you couldn't get foreign refs to come on a permanent basis. Sacking is not an option. 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
wabashcannonball 0 Posted November 25, 2010 Share Posted November 25, 2010 Allegedly Romanian and Polish refs ??? Hope tae fuk they don't bring their toolboxes wi' them. 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
calscot 0 Posted November 25, 2010 Share Posted November 25, 2010 It's more understandable as our money is worth something like 10 times as much in their own countries; they probably find it hard to resist despite any principles. The fees on offer are worth naff all in the Euro Zone, so temptation will be low there. 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gazza_8 233 Posted November 25, 2010 Share Posted November 25, 2010 Out of interest, what does a referee earn for an SPL game compared to an EPL referee? I know the EPL refs are FT and the SFA refs are HT. 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bluedell 5,356 Posted November 25, 2010 Share Posted November 25, 2010 They aren't employees so they can't get "sacked" and therefore there is also nothing illegal about what they are doing. 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bluedell 5,356 Posted November 25, 2010 Share Posted November 25, 2010 Out of interest, what does a referee earn for an SPL game compared to an EPL referee? I know the EPL refs are FT and the SFA refs are HT. Full time and half time? :D 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gazza_8 233 Posted November 25, 2010 Share Posted November 25, 2010 Full time and half time? :D Heh. You know what I meant. 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stimpy 0 Posted November 25, 2010 Share Posted November 25, 2010 Better not strike the following week - I'm coming over! 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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