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Wayne Barnes revealed as guest speaker at annual Judicial Council meeting
2024-02-01
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Summary
Wayne Barnes, a former international rugby referee and barrister, will speak at the Judicial Council meeting on Friday. Barnes, 44, is a partner in the government investigations & white collar practice of Squire Patton Boggs in London and has advised sports organisations, sponsors and rights holders on sports law, governance, ethics and safeguarding. He has refereed major club and international matches, including five World Cups and the 2019 Rugby World Cup Final in Paris. During his rugby career he faced severe abuse and death threats on social media. His appearance at the Irish judiciary's annual conference was confirmed by Courts Service sources. Barnes will address judges on decision‑making, but will not be paid and will not recommend a TMO or VAR system for Irish courts.
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What: Report matter: Wayne Barnes revealed as guest speaker at annual Judicial Council meeting. Procedural stage: hearing_or_decision
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- 2024-02-01 Publication
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- Croke Park
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