Arbiters and the Laws of Chess
The Laws of Chess
On 1st July 1997
new FIDE Laws of Chess
took effect under
BCF jurisdiction. The practical effect on most players and situations is nil.
However, there have been some changes in the areas of move recording,
draw offers, the repetition rule, and others.
Arbiters in the Bristol League
Qualification for the title of BCF Arbiter consists
of passing a formal written examination with a score of 80% or
greater. The syllabus includes knowledge of, and ability to apply,
the Laws of Chess, pairing rules, speed chess regulations, and
various administrative functions. The full details are in the
current BCF yearbook. In addition, the candidate must show ability
to apply the theory in practice, and have performed to a satisfactory
level at several tournaments.
From time to time, training courses are held in the
Bristol area to prepare students for qualification. In addition,
the Chess Arbiters' Association exists to support and encourage
new and existing members. Details from Steve Boniface.
The following are recognised BCF Arbiters:
| Chris Baker | 01225 405403
| Tyson Mordue | 0117 932 5557
|
| Steve Boniface | 0117 939 3262
| John Richards | 0117 955 1912
|
| Chris Carter | 0117 924 5443
| Dave Woodruff | 0117 986 2301
|
| Dave Jarrett | 0117 972 1921
| Jerry Humphreys | 0117 965 0097 |
The following have passed the BCF Arbiter Examination:
| Colin Axon | 0117 973 4093 |
Neil Palmer | 0117 962 3119 |
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