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Governance is a well-known concept in most sectors of society, particularly in corporate ones, but historically sport has lagged behind in this aspect

A Code for Sports Governance is the principal code for organisations in England and for those funded by Sport England or UK Sport.

A look at the code of primary importance for sports organisations in England and those funded by Sport England or UK Sport.

Useful tools and guidance to help you understand and implement specific requirements of the Code for Sports Governance. 

An introduction to the principal governance codes for the sector across the UK.

Governance codes from other sectors, applicable to sports

There are a number of core policies and procedures that organisations must have in place.

Many sports and other organisations are not well enough informed to ensure that complaints and concerns about adults are properly identified and acted upon, which puts them at risk of failing to meet their duty of care.

Boards should ensure that effective safeguarding frameworks are in place and that staff and volunteers are sufficiently trained on their safeguarding responsibilities. While processes and education will assist in mitigating the likelihood of a safeguarding incident, the impact will always be high.