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Referee

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Becoming a referee

Refereeing is a great way to get involved in football

Information and resources

There has never been a better time to be a referee in England

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The FA National Referee Strategy and DNA

The principles, frameworks and core values of refereeing

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Misconduct and resources

How to report misconduct on and off the field of play

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Laws of the game 

Everything you need to know about the laws of the game

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Meet the team and key contacts

County Football Association refereeing contacts

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The FA CORE

More information on the Centre of Refereeing Excellence

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Guidance on re-starting competitive grassroots football for referees

View guidance for referees in relation to the re-start of competitive grassroots football

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Summary of COVID-19 guidance on re-starting competitive grassroots football for referees

Download a summary of COVID-19 guidance for referees upon the re-start of competitive grassroots football

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Referee-specific guidance on returning to NLS football

Guidance for referees officiating within the NLS

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