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POLICY AND PROCEDURES FOR THE WELFARE OF YOUNG PEOPLE IN RUGBY UNION
This Appendix should be read in conjunction with the Welfare of Young People in Rugby Union
– Guidance (“Guidance Document”).
1. Roles and responsibilities
1.1 In order that the RFU/W Child Protection policy is implemented effectively there has to be recognition that RFU/W, Constituent Bodies, member Clubs and schools must work together, each with a role to ensure that young people enjoy rugby union in a safe environment. The Policy and Procedures for the Welfare of Young
People in the Sport of Rugby Union is to be applied to all young players who are under 18. Within RFU Regulations a male player is permitted to play in the adult game when he reaches his 17th birthday. In these circumstances, paragraph 2.1(f) below cannot practically be applied. However, those responsible for the
management of adult teams which include 17 year olds must at all times be mindful of their safety and wellbeing.
This Appendix should be read in conjunction with the Welfare of Young People in Rugby Union
– Guidance (“Guidance Document”).
1. Roles and responsibilities
1.1 In order that the RFU/W Child Protection policy is implemented effectively there has to be recognition that RFU/W, Constituent Bodies, member Clubs and schools must work together, each with a role to ensure that young people enjoy rugby union in a safe environment. The Policy and Procedures for the Welfare of Young
People in the Sport of Rugby Union is to be applied to all young players who are under 18. Within RFU Regulations a male player is permitted to play in the adult game when he reaches his 17th birthday. In these circumstances, paragraph 2.1(f) below cannot practically be applied. However, those responsible for the
management of adult teams which include 17 year olds must at all times be mindful of their safety and wellbeing.
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