Leinster Rugby Referees (LRR) will be sponsored by Volkswagen as for the next three seasons.

Volkswagen has been sponsors of Leinster Rugby for the past four seasons and has extended that commitment to incorporate the Leinster Rugby Referees.

Speaking of the partnership, Paul Burke, Operations Director for Volkswagen Group Ireland said: "We are delighted to support Leinster Referees Association. At Volkswagen we are already strong supporters of Leinster Rugby and this partnership will further our involvement and enhance the partnership for both organisations."  

Peter Donnelly, President of Leinster Rugby Referees, said: "As with all sports - amateur and professional - sponsorship remains a vital component of our survival. We are delighted to have obtained the very generous support of such a high profile and successful company as Volkswagen. Their long-term backing will enable the Association to maintain a consistent, high standard and professional image through all its members whilst on official duties - an objective consistent with the history and reputation of VW itself."

The announcement is further good news for the association who are extremely proud of the achievements of members Alain Rolland, who has refereed in three Rugby World Cups and one Rugby World Cup final and more recently Helen O'Reilly, who refereed the England v France women's international in Twickenham.