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‘Born out of quality’: Webb vows to increase match officials from minority groups

Howard Webb, Pro Ref chief’s refereeing officer, said a more diverse talent pool will likely lead to higher levels of quality and raise standards

The Guardian - UK · Jul 27

‘When a match is going well, smile’: inside the scheme helping ethnic minority referees

The Core X programme is working to elevate match officials from underrepresented communities into the professional game

The Guardian - UK · Feb 2

Skateboarder riding from Brighton to Morocco for charity has all his belongings stolen

The 21-year-old is raising money for the Ben Raemers foundation, a mental health charity which was set up in memory of the professional skateboarder

The Independent UK · May 30, 2025

Police investigating alleged racist remark aimed at Luton’s Carlton Morris

Luton Town have confirmed South Yorkshire police are investigating an alleged comment during the Premier League match at Bramall Lane

The Guardian - UK · Dec 26, 2023

Luton boost survival hopes with chaotic comeback win over Sheffield United

Sheffield United 2-3 Luton: Sam Allison took charge to become the Premier League’s first black referee for 15 years

The Independent UK · Dec 26, 2023

‘Trailblazer’ Rebecca Welch breaks new ground as Premier League referee

Forty-year-old set to become league’s first female referee and her appearance may have a welcome effect of lessening abuse

The Guardian - UK · Dec 22, 2023

Burnley boss Vincent Kompany welcomes Rebecca Welch appointment for Fulham clash

The 40-year-old from Tyne and Wear will make history as the first woman to take charge of a Premier League game on Saturday.

The Independent UK · Dec 21, 2023

Rebecca Welch appointment hailed as ‘great moment’ by Eddie Howe

Welch will become the first female referee in top-flight history when she takes charge of the Fulham v Burnley match on December 23.

The Independent UK · Dec 15, 2023

Rebecca Welch to make history as first female to referee Premier League game

Sam Allison will also become the Premier League's first black referee since 2008 on Boxing Day

Evening Standard · Dec 14, 2023

Rebecca Welch set to become the Premier League's first female referee

Welch will make history when she takes charge of the game between Fulham and Burnley on 23 December

FourFourTwo · Dec 14, 2023