""Obviously I was frustrated by some of the umpiring decisions made last weekend,"" Hird said today.
""The Footy Show may not have been the appropriate forum to make comment. I look forward to sitting down with Scott next week to work through this issue.
""Last night’s comments were in no way meant to question the integrity or character of Scott McLaren.""
Essendon chief executive Peter Jackson said the club was fully aware there was certain protocol to be followed in these situations.
""We look forward to bringing this matter to an end to the satisfaction of all parties as soon as possible.""
