CODE FOR SPORTS GOVERNANCE

Developed by Sport England and UK Sport, A Code for Sports Governance sets out the levels of transparency, diversity and inclusion, accountability and integrity that are required for well governed sports organisations and clubs.

Principle Requirements

It was designed to help drive improvement across all areas of governance for a variety of different organisations throughout the sports sector.

The code identifies the five key principles of good governance outlined below and including the eight requirements, provides support for organisations who need to make improvements to their governance standards and processes.

What does it mean for golf?

Golf is a top five participation sport in England and is reliant on well governed golf clubs for its future sustainability.

Alignment to the Code for Sports Governance ensures your club will be modern and relevant in its governing practices, helping to safeguard your club’s future.

Furthermore, organisations such and Sport England and UK Sport require clubs to meet Tier 1 criteria to access funding opportunities.

The principles and requirements of the code are embedded throughout this governance support helping you to meet the Tier 1 standard whilst at the same time improving your future outlook.