League Terms & Conditions
The terms and conditions under which referees, clubs, team managers, and other participants engage with the league.
Acceptance of Terms
By registering as a referee, submitting an affiliation, or using the Gloucester County Girls Football League Management System (LMS), you agree to be bound by these Terms & Conditions, the league's Code of Conduct, and the league's Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these terms, you should not register or continue to use the league's systems.
Referee Affiliation
Referees must be at least 14 years old to register with the league
Youth referees (under 18) require parent/guardian consent to affiliate
Referees must hold an FA referee qualification (or be a registered trainee) to be assigned to fixtures
A valid FA DBS check is required before a referee may be approved and assigned to fixtures
Affiliation must be renewed each season; unaffiliated referees will not be assigned fixtures
Fixture Assignments & Availability
The league predominantly plays on Sunday mornings; additional fixtures may be arranged by agreement of the clubs or when the fixture schedule allows
Referees are responsible for keeping their availability up to date via the Referee Portal
Fixtures are assigned at the discretion of the Referee Secretary and league officials
Once accepted, a referee is expected to fulfil the assignment or provide adequate notice of withdrawal
Late withdrawals or non-attendance may result in suspension from future assignments
Fees & Payments
Referee match fees are set by the league and published in the Referee Fee schedule
Fees are paid for fixtures actually officiated; cancelled or unplayed fixtures do not attract a fee
Payment is processed by the league's treasurer and may take several weeks after the fixture
Referees must provide valid bank details to receive payment
Conduct & Disciplinary Action
All referees and participants must adhere to the league's Code of Conduct and Referee Code of Conduct. Breaches may result in disciplinary action, including fines, suspension, or removal from the league. Serious breaches will be referred to Gloucestershire FA. Decisions of the league committee are final.
Data & Privacy
Personal data provided during registration and affiliation is processed in accordance with the league's Privacy Policy and UK GDPR. By registering, you consent to the league storing and using your information for legitimate football administration purposes, including fixture assignment, payment processing, safeguarding, and communications.
Changes to These Terms
The league may update these Terms & Conditions from time to time. Continued use of the league's systems after any change constitutes acceptance of the updated terms. Significant changes will be communicated to registered users.
Contact
For any questions about these Terms & Conditions, please contact the league at gloscgfl@gmail.com.