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Safer in Sport

This section details our work in relation to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults and helping to create a safer environment for them to participate in sport and physical activity in Tyne & Wear.

Safeguarding Overview
Read about our policies and the standards we are working towards to support and protect children, young people and vulnerable adults in sport.
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Guidance for Coaches
This section gives guidance for sports coaches, leaders, volunteers and officials about their safeguarding responsibilities, and what constitutes good practice when working with vulnerable groups. ...
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Guidance for Parents
Parents, Guardians and Carers should read this information for guidance of what constitutes good practice in sport, and some useful tips when choosing activities for children, young people and ...
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Guidance for Young People
This guide gives you information about what you can expect from coaches and helpers, and what you should do in order to make the sports you are playing fun and safer. It also gives you some ...
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Useful Contacts
This section provides information on who to contact if you have any concerns about the safety or welfare of a child, young person or vulnerable adult. PLEASE NOTE that if your concern is ...
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NSPCC Updates
This section provides the latest NSPCC updates. Please click on the link below to access the NSPCC Child Protection in Sport Unit's (CPSU) 'Relay' Newsletters. CPSU Newsletters ...
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