A LARGE turnout is expected when Preston Referees Society welcomes Eddie Lomas, the newly appointed FA Regional Manager for Refereeing.

His aim is to streamline training programmes and promotion routes for referees while building close contacts with county associations and local societies.

A new ten stage classification structure has been implemented replacing the four stage system of probationary, class 3, 2 and 1.

The new classifications range from trainee referees right through to international referees.

The meeting will start at 7.30pm at St. Gregory's Social Centre, Blackpool Road, Deepdale on Tuesday, April 2.

Both old and new members are welcome