Code of conduct for members and guests

All members and Guests of this Cricket Club will:

Respect the rights, dignity, and worth of every person within the context of Cricket
Treat everyone equally and not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, disability, race, ethnic origin, nationality, colour, parental or marital status, religious belief, class or social background, sexual preference, or political belief
Not condone, or allow to go unchallenged, any form of discrimination if witnessed
Display high standards of behaviour
Promote the positive aspects of Cricket e.g. fair play
Encourage all participants to learn the Laws and rules and play within them, respecting the decisions of match officials
Actively discourage unfair play, rule violations, and arguing with match officials
Recognise good performance not just match results
Place the well-being and safety of Young people above the development of performance
Ensure that activities are appropriate for the age, maturity, experience, and ability of the individual
Respect Young People’s opinions when making decisions about their participation in Cricket
Not smoke, drink, or use banned substances whilst actively working with Young People in the club
Not provide Young People with alcohol when they are under the care of the club
Follow ECB guidelines set out in the “Safe Hands – Cricket’s Policy for Safeguarding Children” and any other relevant guidelines issued
Report any concerns in relation to a Young Person, following reporting procedures laid down by the ECB. In addition to the above, all Club Officers and Appointed Volunteers will:
Hold relevant qualifications and be covered by appropriate insurance
Always work in an open environment (i.e. avoid private or unobserved situations and encourage an open environment)
Inform Players and Parents of the requirements of Cricket
Know and understand the ECB’s “Safe Hands – Cricket’s Policy for Safeguarding Children”
Develop an appropriate working relationship with Young Players, based on mutual trust and respect
Ensure that physical contact is appropriate and necessary and is carried out within recommended guidelines with the Young Player’s full consent and approval
Not engage in any form of sexually related contact with Young Player. This is strictly forbidden as is sexual innuendo, flirting, or inappropriate gestures and terms. The ECB adopts the Home Office guidelines which recommend the principle –“People in positions of trust and authority do not have sexual relationships with 16-17-year-olds in their care”
Attend appropriate training to keep up to date with their role and especially with respect to the Safeguarding of Young People.

Members and Guests include all members and officers of the Cricket Club and all guests of those members and officers, as well as all individuals who watch/attend/participate/officiate in matches hosted by the club in whatever capacity.

Updated 23rd March 2023