We acknowledge our responsibility to safeguard the welfare of adults at risk of abuse, who may be unable to protect themselves from potential harms involved in activities undertaken.  We believe that all adults, regardless of age, ability or disability, gender, race religion, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, marital or gender status have the right to be protected from abuse and poor practice and should be free to participate in sport in an enjoyable and safe manner.   All employees, coaches, volunteers and participants are expected to  ensure that their practice, conduct and decision making reflects the principles enshrined in our policy and procedures.

Our Safer Recruitment policy exists to help deter, reject or identify people who might be unsuitable to work with children, young people or adults at risk. Recruitment to positions working with these groups, for example coaching, will include appropriate DBS checks in line this policy. We value diversity, promotes equality and challenges discrimination and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.  Our selection process is based upon individual merits and abilities, irrespective of a person’s gender, sexual orientation, caring responsibilities, marital status, race, nationality, ethnic background, religion or belief, age or disability.