Ref tax row takes twist

The referees’ expenses controversy has taken a dramatic twist with Limerick match officials asked to supply their Personal Public Service (PPS) numbers to the county board.

The request for their tax information was made by county treasurer Owen Hayes at a recent in-service training evening to ensure the referees retain their 2011 rates including €50 per championship game.

The county board plans to pay the taxes for them and bill the clubs for their services,providing the necessary details are furnished.