jk2205 Posted November 26, 2010 Report Share Posted November 26, 2010 They have managed to turn the heat up on themselves even more with their actions of the last six days. What an incompetent bunch of fannies...But we knew that.. Withdrawal of labour?? You's done f*ck all to actually withdraw. One of the brood has proven himself on the field of play to be a liar (no matter how wankish Celtic's behaviour has been or not), the chief of the referee fraternity, it has been suggested is sectarian and/or a bully. Yet, its Scottish footballs fault. Away and get f*cked. Hope your cars get keyed and a christmas light malfunction sets fire to your hooses. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Juan Kerse Posted November 26, 2010 Report Share Posted November 26, 2010 Rumour is the SFA told EVERY Foreign Football Association that this was a Referee Exchange programme and NOT strike cover!! As soon as the countries find out they aren't supporting referees they are pulling out one by one!! What a scandal!! And the SFA have been banging on about lies and integrity all week!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
numpty Posted November 26, 2010 Report Share Posted November 26, 2010 does anything honestly think there will be a picket line at fir park on sunday? if there is, the buggers will have to tell us their what reasons for striking are. They've already done that, surely? "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," read the referees' statement. "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 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
another number Posted November 26, 2010 Report Share Posted November 26, 2010 If the game goes ahead I wont be there as I would never cross a picket line.... However, this has nothing to do with Motherwell FC so the club will get a donation from myself. Entrance fee to the Cooper. Each to their own but I'm wIth you on this one Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gaag Posted November 26, 2010 Report Share Posted November 26, 2010 Am I the only one finding the pages on the 'fishal taking about an hour each to load? No change there Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
underboyleheating Posted November 26, 2010 Report Share Posted November 26, 2010 What a scandal!! And the SFA have been banging on about lies and integrity all week!! If true heads will roll. Honesty is usually the best policy, except when a strike is declared, the truth appears to have been the first casualty. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
numpty Posted November 26, 2010 Report Share Posted November 26, 2010 Rumour is the SFA told EVERY Foreign Football Association that this was a Referee Exchange programme and NOT strike cover!! Seems a bit unlikely. Wouldn't they have wondered why we weren't sending any referees over in exchange...? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
underboyleheating Posted November 26, 2010 Report Share Posted November 26, 2010 Seems a bit unlikely. Wouldn't they have wondered why we weren't sending any referees over in exchange...? It does seem an odd thing to do. I mean are they really that stupid to believe the refs would fall for that. Surely it’s bollocks? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kmcalpin Posted November 26, 2010 Report Share Posted November 26, 2010 Seems a bit unlikely. Wouldn't they have wondered why we weren't sending any referees over in exchange...? I think the key is in the first word. In fairness the posters say it is only a rumour and as such should be treated with extreme caution Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wellfan1984 Posted November 26, 2010 Report Share Posted November 26, 2010 Portugal have confirmed the reason why they refuse to referee. It was not until they landed that the referees knew about the strike. As have the Polish FA Israel FA have confirmed they were not told the real reason why they were being brought in Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
underboyleheating Posted November 26, 2010 Report Share Posted November 26, 2010 Portugal have confirmed the reason why they refuse to referee. It was not until they landed that the referees knew about the strike. As have the Polish FA Israel FA have confirmed they were not told the real reason why they were being brought in Not looking good for the S.F.A. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Well_Jaggy Posted November 26, 2010 Report Share Posted November 26, 2010 Is this really a strike though. I don't think it is. Aren't referees actually "consultants" and basically self employed? if they are then they can't actually strike as such, the can only say that they are not willing to take up any work on those dates - which is exactly what their statement says. it was decided unanimously to withdraw availability for appointment this weekend November 27-28Symantics maybe, but it is a diffirence between a strike and simply not working on those dates. therefore there is no picket line to cross. all the SFA are doing is sourcing alternative consultants to take up critical work for specific dates. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jk2205 Posted November 26, 2010 Report Share Posted November 26, 2010 Is this really a strike though. I don't think it is. Aren't referees actually "consultants" and basically self employed? if they are then they can't actually strike as such, the can only say that they are not willing to take up any work on those dates - which is exactly what their statement says. Symantics maybe, but it is a diffirence between a strike and simply not working on those dates. therefore there is no picket line to cross. all the SFA are doing is sourcing alternative consultants to take up critical work for specific dates. Exactly right! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wishaestevie Posted November 26, 2010 Report Share Posted November 26, 2010 Dallas has left his post at SFA, no reasons as yet Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phoenix Posted November 26, 2010 Report Share Posted November 26, 2010 Dallas has resigned, now for Reid to follow suit or the plot will thicken Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
underboyleheating Posted November 26, 2010 Report Share Posted November 26, 2010 Is this really a strike though. For all intents and purposes it is a strike. Even the official S.F.A website starts with the title...Latest on referee strike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Well_Jaggy Posted November 26, 2010 Report Share Posted November 26, 2010 yes, but they call it a strike to make it easy for the general punters to understand. people can call it anything they like, but in reality it's not a strike, its just "not going to work" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
underboyleheating Posted November 26, 2010 Report Share Posted November 26, 2010 Dallas has resigned Is this down to the Pope email? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
well4eva Posted November 26, 2010 Report Share Posted November 26, 2010 Or maybe just down to Hugh Dallas being an incompetent fanny. Maybe this is what we need for a complete overhaul of are national body but then again this is the sfa... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuperSteelman Posted November 26, 2010 Report Share Posted November 26, 2010 Good riddance to Dallas. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
underboyleheating Posted November 26, 2010 Report Share Posted November 26, 2010 Forget Dallas, the S.F.A need to employ a good spin doctor. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonesy Posted November 26, 2010 Report Share Posted November 26, 2010 Seems a bit unlikely. Wouldn't they have wondered why we weren't sending any referees over in exchange...? The Israeli head of of refereeing only found out the reasons about the strike yesterday whilst doing a live radio interview on either talkSport or 5 Live. After the interviewer had to tell him, on air, the story behind the strike he admitted he had no idea about it and was shocked. Said if he'd known all the ins and outs before hand he wouldn't have agreed to send his ref's, but it was too late now as they were already on their flight. Clearly they've had a change today. That in itself shows that the SFA have either been lying about why they need ref's or withholding info about the strike hoping no-one would ask too many questions. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Well_Jaggy Posted November 26, 2010 Report Share Posted November 26, 2010 Why didn't he just ask the SFA why they needed the refs? wouldn't that be the first thing you would do? If it were me and they blatantly lied to me then I would certainly be taking it further with Uefa. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
East_Stand_Al Posted November 26, 2010 Report Share Posted November 26, 2010 We need a complete overhaul of the refereeing system in this country. There has to be accountability when they fuck up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonesy Posted November 26, 2010 Report Share Posted November 26, 2010 Why didn't he just ask the SFA why they needed the refs? wouldn't that be the first thing you would do? If it were me and they blatantly lied to me then I would certainly be taking it further with Uefa. That's where I'd be inclined to believe the rumour they were told it was for a referee exchange program rather than to cover a strike. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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