That's the view of The Irish Soccer Referees' Society after a game had to abandoned in County Wexford when a ref was allegedly assaulted.
It's alleged Michael Comiskey was wrestled to the ground and assaulted during the match between The Ballagh United and Gorey Celtic on Sunday morning.
This is at least the 18th attack on a referee since Daniel Sweeney was hospitalised after being attacked in Offaly last November.
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Echelon said it will create 1,100 jobs during construction of the new data centre campus in Arklow.
New Action Plan Launched To Improve Water Quality In Wicklow
Major investment in projects to improve water quality has been announced by the Government.
New Funding Supports Announced To Support Local Engagement On Climate Action
A new opportunity has been launched to support local engagement on climate action and the environment .
Planning Application Lodged For Greystones Primary Care Centre
Wicklow TD and Minister for Health Stephen Donnelly has today confirmed that a planning application for a major Primary Care Centre to serve the communities of Greystones, Kilcoole and Delgany has been lodged with Wicklow County Council.
Councillors Vote Against Discussion Of Site In Blessington Under Enforcement Order
Wicklow County Council has refused to discuss the on-going issue at Kippure Lodge and Holiday Village in Blessington.
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