Sin bins will be introduced across all levels of grassroots football from the start of the 2019/20 season, the Football Association (FA) have announced.
The rule change allows referees issue temporary dismissals of 10 minutes as a sanction for dissent in all levels of adult grassroots football, while shorter sin bins will apply across youth football.
It will be implemented up to Step five of the National League System, including the likes of the Combined Counties Premier Division, and Tier three and below in women's football.
The FA trialled the use of sin bins during the 2017/18 season, before extending its usage to a total 31 leagues the following campaign in a bid to increase participation and to continue improving match day experiences.
They will now be used be utilised across all leagues at grassroots level following positive feedback from players, referees and coaches.
"The introduction of sin bins is a positive step for grassroots football," said Mark Bullingham, The FA’s Chief Executive Officer.
"They allow referees to address incidents of dissent quickly and effectively.
"Dissent is a key part of the game that needs to be tackled, and our pilot phase has proved that sin bins work well.
"The trial showed a huge impact on behaviour that we want to roll out to the whole game and make it more enjoyable for everyone."
Results from the trial period showed a 38% total reduction in dissent across all leagues.
The initiative also generated positive feedback from those involved, with 72% of players, 77% of managers and coaches, and 84% of referees saying they wanted temporary dismissals to continue after the trial period.
Sin bins will be indicated by the referee showing a yellow card and clearly pointing to the touchline, resulting in a temporary dismissal from the pitch during which time the player is not allowed to be substituted or involved in the game in any way.
Unlike cautions, which will continue to be issued for unsporting behaviour and other offences, players will not be required to pay the £10 administration fee for a single temporary dismissal.
A second temporary dismissal in a match will result in an exclusion from the game.
County FAs will offer training to referees while all participating club secretaries and players will receive a guide.
