Sir, I concur with Edmund Van Esbeck's sentiments in relation to the appalling display by the referee in the Ulster versus Neath match. However, this was not an isolated incident. The standard of refereeing in this country, both at senior and junior levels, is abysmal.
From November 4th onwards, tactical substitutions for players can be made, i.e. if a player is having a particularly poor game. he can be substituted. Perhaps we should extend this to referees'? - Yours, etc.,
Redford Park.
Greystones, Co Wicklow.