Dear players, coaches, volunteers, referees & spectators

Munster Rugby would like to remind everyone associated with the game of the values & code of conduct that we uphold & adhere to.

Respect before, during and after matches, both on & off the pitch, has long since been an established value of the game. We would like to acknowledge all involved with rugby within the province that uphold & demonstrate this in their actions & behaviours, thank you for playing your part.

As we have seen a small number of reports of unacceptable behaviour towards referees recently, we would remind everyone that there is zero tolerance for abuse or harassment toward referees.

We are very grateful to have a great network of referees & relationship with the Munster Association of Referees and acknowledge what they do week in, week out. Referees are like so many other volunteers in the game. They generously give their time to help others enjoy the sport. All players and officials are human and as such are not perfect, however all are doing their best. Any behaviour that does not comply with the high standards that all of us in the Munster Rugby family live by and expect, will not be tolerated.

Please see the following link to the IRFU spirit of rugby https://www.irishrugby.ie/playing-the-game/spirit-of-rugby/what-is-spirit/ & the following links to World Rugby Regulation 18, Misconduct and Code of Conduct https://www.world.rugby/organisation/governance/regulations/reg-18 https://www.irishrugby.ie/playing-the-game/spirit-of-rugby/safeguarding/best-practice/ https://www.irishrugby.ie/playing-the-game/spirit-of-rugby/safeguarding/parents guardians/

Packie Durkan Chairman Munster Rugby Committe