Refereeing is overseen by the British Fencing Referee Manager, Nickie Bailey, with additional working groups being set up as required.
The British Fencing Referee Manager is also responsible for the administrative aspect of the Referee Pathway Process.
Chair of Selectors Pat Casey
Members of the Selection panel: Oliver Smith and Paul Abrahams who is the active referee representative.
Purpose of this group is to is to bring the top level of national refereeing qualifications in line with the current requirements for the first level of International refereeing (EFC Category C) and ensure appropriate preparation and pathway to future FIE qualifications.
Members: Chair Adrian Speakman, Luke Deamer, Jennifer Sancroft, Mike Selig and Patrick Jennings.
The Home Countries currently support the development, examination and registration of Levels 1&2.
The representative for England is Luke Deamer
The representative for Scotland is Jennifer Sancroft
The representative for Wales is Lynne Melia
The representative for Northern Ireland is Mike Westgate
The representative for Guernsey is Meyrick Simmonds
The representative for Jersey is Alistair Christie
The representative for Wheelchair Refereeing is Chris Farren
For general contact information please click here.
Sign up to receive regular highlights from the exciting world of fencing - celebrating the best of our unique and inspiring community