An interesting discussion piece over on the RefBlog where a firm of personal injury lawyers discusses the role of rugby referees in identifying and dealing with concussion.
Worthy of a debate!
Laws
New high tackle laws from 3 January 2017
World Rugby has announced a number of changes to the Laws of the Game to help eliminate the high tackle and reduce the risk of serious injuries. Law changes globally from 3 January Changes effectively lower […]
IRB changes referee appointment restructure – Paddy O’Brien loses job
Obviously a late night in the IRB press office after this was leaked to the BBC’s excellent rugby correspondent Alastair Eykyn. IRB unveils referee selection restructure (IRB.COM) Saturday 24 March 2012 – Paddy O’Brien will […]
World Rugby
World Rugby trial a lower tackle height at 2018 U20 competitions
World Rugby has announced a programme of dedicated law trials for the U20s tournaments to lower the acceptable height of the tackle. It is hoped that this will reduce the number of head injuries which occur to the tackler, support players and the ball carrier. For more, read here […]