At present only certain roles are considered a position of trust, which leaves many 16 or 17 year olds vulnerable to abuse. Sign up to support the NSPCC's campaign to close this loophole.
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Keep up the good work
We need you to keep working with parents as a priority in your sport, even after Parents in Sport Week has been and gone. Take a look at what you can do and what others have done to develop better relationships with parents.
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Listen to our podcasts on DBS checks in sport
We've launched more podcasts and want to tell you about this exciting new format for sharing safeguarding in sport knowledge.
Listen to our podcasts on DBS checks in sport
We've launched more podcasts and want to tell you about this exciting new format for sharing safeguarding in sport knowledge.
Feb
08
2019
Help the NSPCC to Close the Loophole
At present only certain roles are considered a position of trust, which leaves many 16 or 17 year olds vulnerable to abuse. Sign up to support the NSPCC's campaign to close this loophole.
Jan
21
2019
New study could be ground-breaking in tackling concussion
A concussion study being carried out by the University of Birmingham hopes to develop new technology to detect concussion on the pitch to prevent harm to athletes.
Jan
17
2019
CPSU Director Anne Tiivas awarded OBE
The Director of the NSPCC’s CPSU has been awarded an OBE in the Queen’s Birthday Honours for services to safeguarding children and young people.
Nov
16
2018
Keep up the good work
We need you to keep working with parents as a priority in your sport, even after Parents in Sport Week has been and gone. Take a look at what you can do and what others have done to develop better relationships with parents.
Oct
12
2018
You can now listen to safeguarding in sport guidance online
We've launched our first podcast and want to tell you about this exciting new format for sharing safeguarding in sport knowledge.
Oct
05
2018
3 reasons why involving parents can benefit your sports club
Parents play such an important role in supporting their child's participation in sport. See the 3 reasons why involving parents is beneficial for your sport.
Sep
24
2018
Child safeguarding practice review and relevant agency regulations 2018
The Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport has released guidance specifically for sports organisations highlighting the new aspects of Working together to safeguard children which may have implications for them.
Sep
06
2018
Recognising the signs of young athletes at risk of suicide
With the recent death of a talented elite young athlete, we have updated our guidance and reminding sports of the signs and indicators of potential suicide.
Aug
02
2018
A tribute to Serena Morten
Serena Morten, Volleyball England's safeguarding lead, has passed away. Find out more about her safeguarding in sport achievements.
Jul
18
2018