Premier League referees take extreme security measures
EXCLUSIVE: Premier League officials including Anthony Taylor are taking extraordinary security measures as abuse against referees reaches worrying new levels across English football.
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Ex-WSL player Heaslip's remarkable switch to refereeing
Former Brighton defender Emily Heaslip opens up about her groundbreaking transition from professional footballer to elite referee, confronting abuse and breaking barriers in women's football.
Referee Anthony Taylor's family abused after Europa final
Top English referee Anthony Taylor and his family faced horrific abuse and airport chaos following Roma's Europa League defeat, sparking outrage across football.
Premier League referee quits after family ambushed
Top-flight official Tom Bramall abandons VAR role following terrifying incident where his family was confronted after Championship match, raising serious concerns about referee safety.
UEFA President Slams Barcelona Over Referee Payments Scandal
UEFA chief Aleksander Ceferin delivers scathing criticism of Barcelona's payments to former refereeing official, calling it 'the worst thing I've seen in football' and warning of serious consequences.
Girl, 12, killed by falling tree branch in park tragedy
A family day out turned to tragedy when a 12-year-old schoolgirl was fatally struck by a falling oak branch in a popular park, prompting urgent safety reviews.
Collina's Icy Gaze on Half-Naked Referees Revealed
Exclusive insight reveals how legendary official Pierluigi Collina conducted intense physical assessments of referees, creating an atmosphere of pure tension and scrutiny during fitness tests.
Widow: Husband's workplace death was 'avoidable'
Exclusive: A grieving widow speaks out after her husband was killed in a preventable work accident, with a coroner ruling serious safety failures contributed to his death.
Referee arrested for posting match video on social media
A football referee has been arrested after sharing footage from an official match on social media, sparking concerns about sports integrity and online conduct in UK football.
FA safety crisis after coach's death at Wingate & Finchley
Exclusive investigation reveals shocking safety failures following the death of 19-year-old Billy Vigar during a youth match, raising serious questions about grassroots football oversight.
Student dies trapped in burning Tesla Cybertruck
Exclusive investigation reveals the horrifying final moments of a university student who became trapped inside a burning Tesla Cybertruck, raising urgent safety questions about the controversial electric vehicle's emergency systems and door mechanisms.
EFL referee jailed for child sex offences
Former EFL assistant referee Mark Viccars receives 18-month prison sentence for child sexual offences, exposing safeguarding concerns in football officiating.
Football referee jailed for sexually abusing teenage girls
EFL referee Michael Begley, 32, has been sentenced to prison after systematically grooming and sexually abusing vulnerable teenage girls, exploiting his position of authority in football.
Ex-EFL referee jailed for child sex offences
Gareth Viccars, who officiated in the English Football League, has been sentenced to prison after admitting to multiple child sexual offences involving teenage boys.
EFL referee banned after betting on 800+ matches
A professional assistant referee has been suspended from football after admitting to placing hundreds of bets on games, including those he was officiating, in a major integrity breach.
Paramedics' Genius Water Safety Rule For Kids
Emergency medical experts share a simple yet potentially life-saving water safety strategy for children during summer holidays. Discover the easy-to-remember rule that could prevent drowning tragedies.
VAR Crisis: Premier League Referee's Shocking Admission
Premier League official Craig Pawson's VAR blunder during Nottingham Forest vs Everton match reveals deep-rooted problems with video technology, sparking outrage among fans and pundits alike.
Dehumidifier Danger: The 20cm Rule That Saves Homes
Critical safety warning for dehumidifier owners as fire services reveal the deadly mistake thousands are making with their devices. Essential reading for every household.
Toddler dragged by bus in shocking CCTV footage
Disturbing footage shows the terrifying incident where a young boy was pulled from his mother's grasp and dragged alongside a moving bus in a harrowing near-miss that could have ended in tragedy.
London Fire Brigade faces government intervention over safety
The London Fire Brigade is under government scrutiny after inspectors identified serious operational weaknesses, prompting potential intervention from Whitehall to address safety concerns.
TK Maxx recalls kids' swim vests over drowning risk
Parents warned as popular high-street retailer recalls children's swim aids due to critical safety flaw that could lead to drowning. Full refunds offered.
NRL Puts Artificial Intelligence in Charge of Crucial Calls
The National Rugby League is deploying cutting-edge artificial intelligence to revolutionise crucial in-game decisions, marking a dramatic shift in sports officiating technology that could change rugby league forever.
Most UK Girls Alter Behaviour for Safety, Study Finds
A major new study exposes the profound impact of safety concerns on the lives of girls and young women across the UK, with most altering their behaviour, from avoiding public transport to changing clothes.
Mayonnaise Pan Causes Spanish Cafe Fire
A fire sparked by an overheated mayonnaise pan at a Spanish cafe leads to an unexpected safety reminder from Hellmann's, highlighting a rare but real kitchen hazard.
Police officer accused of faking sickness to referee football
A West Midlands Police officer is under investigation for allegedly calling in sick to work while refereeing football matches, and then asking for records of the games to be deleted.
Pundits: Ban Ref Taylor From Man Utd & Chelsea Games
Football experts are calling for referee Anthony Taylor to be removed from future Manchester United and Chelsea fixtures after a series of controversial penalty decisions in their thrilling 4-3 Premier League clash.
NRL Legend Faces Cancellation Over Referee Rant
Former Canterbury Bulldogs captain James Graham's explosive on-air tirade against NRL officials could see the rugby league great permanently banned from broadcasting roles after Bulldogs' semi-final loss to Penrith Panthers.
Everton's controversial late win over Liverpool sparks fury
Everton's 2-1 victory over Liverpool is shrouded in controversy after a contentious Jack Grealish winner and a furious reaction from David Moyes over unprecedented stoppage-time decisions.
Chelsea Fume as VAR Denies Sterling Goal vs Spurs
Chelsea's Mauricio Pochettino is left furious after a VAR decision chalked off a potential winner against Tottenham. Full breakdown of the contentious referee call and post-match reaction.
UK's Most Dangerous Pedestrian Areas Revealed
Exclusive data analysis uncovers Britain's most perilous areas for pedestrians. Discover the shocking rankings for Westminster, Birmingham, Leeds, and more in our definitive road safety investigation.
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