GAA Referee Handbook - Consultation

• Consultation between Match Officials may take place concerning infringements of the Playing Rules.

• Consultation between Match Officials may take place to establish matters of fact, which shall include consultation in relation to the validity of a score.

 

It is advised that the following procedure for consultation be followed.

 

• Remove all players from the vicinity of the consultation so it can proceed in a calm manner not affected by players.

• If in the case of a consultation in relation to a score, the consultation should occur at the green flag goal post.

• Consultation with Umpires should involve both Umpires at a particular end.

• When receiving information from another Match Official ensure that the information gathered is direct and factual, e.g. No. 15 struck No. 2 with the hand.

• All other Match Officials who had view of the incident should have an opportunity to speak.

• Following discussion and receipt of the information the Referee makes the final decision.