In a letter dated July 5, 2024, Dinka Peiris, President of the Sri Lanka Society of Rugby Football Referees, outlined a list of conditions that must be met for referees to resume officiating the ongoing Sri Lanka Schools Rugby Tournament. The letter was addressed to the President of the Sri Lanka Schools Rugby Football Association.
President Peiris emphasized the need for robust security and protection for referees. He insisted that the referees who were assaulted during the recent incident be compensated for their losses, including wristwatches and electronic equipment used during the match, alongside a list of other conditions. This firm stance underscores the importance of ensuring the safety and well-being of match officials.
Letter published below:
Please deploy 10 uniformedcommandos exclusively for refrees ‘ security!
If the accused are found guilty by a court of law, they should be banned for life from attending ANY rugby matches, and be required to pay damages for the theft of wrist watches etc amounting to Rs 300,000.