Irish and Welsh officials in particular not given enough exposure to pressure games

The referees don’t always get it spot-on, but everyone must adjust to new tackle laws

The 12 referees have gone through a long and arduous selection process

Munster’s loss to Castres is in stark contrast to wins by Leinster, Ulster and Connacht

Alan Gaffney reflects on win over Gloucester to progress in 2003 Heineken Cup

Lions and Bath number eight suffered a broken arm during clash with Exeter

Simon Halliday insists rules on high tackles will not soften the game, but make it safer

Opposition blueprint for beating Ireland seems to centre around stopping outhalf

Ireland have been incredibly disciplined in reducing the penalty count against them

The democratic nature of the association is a myth as most good ideas wither on the vine

Strict clamp down on dangerous tackling at World Cup must be implemented at all levels

Wales forwards coach Robin McBryde reveals forwards held clear-the-air meeting as to how to play referees

Merely pulling out rulebook won’t be enough for audience to follow what’s going on

World Rugby referee manager Joel Jutge will respond within 48 hours on a number of queries

Irishman presided over a World Cup Final and two Heineken Cup deciders