That article mentioned Tony Archer. A few years ago I would have screamed to the heavens for him not to get the job. However, he isn't as biased as I thought he was, and I've been saying a lot over the last 2 years that I wish we had Archer as the ref of our games. On top of this, he's an ex-cop so he's got that regimental, no bull**** side to him as well. Would he be suited for a role like this, I'm not sure. However he'd give it a good crack.
Even if he didn't get it, I'd install him as head Referees coach over Bill Harrigan any day of the week. I would also have him out there refereeing a game every week as the coach. You don't understand the decisions being made unless you are making them yourself. This is where Bill has failed. He's lost touch.
It does suck though that Graham Annesley is now a politician. He would have been perfect for the new role.