Please find attached an important communication regarding the ongoing issues around referee abuse and standards of behaviour across the Community Game.

This letter has been issued jointly with the support of Leagues and Referees’ Societies, and we ask that you read it carefully and share it widely within your club — including with all coaches, team managers, players, parents, and volunteers.

We implore every club to take this message seriously and act immediately to help restore the values that Rugby League is built upon, particularly respect for match officials.

Together, we can make a positive change.

RFL Match Officials Communication