Celebrating 25 years of safeguarding children in sport, with a name change to ‘NSPCC Sport'.
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Safer community events don't happen by chance
Plan community events that are safe for all, making sure everyone knows what to do if something doesn't feel right, and run an event that has welfare and safeguarding built in.
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NSPCC Sport releases 25/26 year in review
We have released our 2025/2026 annual review, demonstrating progress in youth sports safeguarding across England, Wales, and Northern Ireland.
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NSPCC Sport: new name, same mission
Celebrating 25 years of safeguarding children in sport, with a name change to ‘NSPCC Sport'.
Jun
25
2026
NSPCC Sport releases 25/26 year in review
We have released our 2025/2026 annual review, demonstrating progress in youth sports safeguarding across England, Wales, and Northern Ireland.
Jun
05
2026
Updates to reporting sexual abuse and DBS checks
Safeguarding is being strengthened and it matters for everyone working with children in sport and physical activity settings. These changes come through the Crime and Policing Act/Bill (2025–2026).
May
22
2026
More adults are contacting our Helpline to keep children safe in sport
Sport is still a positive place for children – and more adults are contacting our Helpline to keep it that way. Read about the latest insight from NSPCC Helpline.
May
15
2026
Why complete Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) training?
Our Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) for Sport and Leisure training is designed to give safeguarding leads the clarity, skills and confidence they need to recognise concerns early, respond appropriately and help create a culture where children can thrive.
Mar
25
2026
From the mind to the mat
Over 1 million children take part in martial arts or boxing every week in England: help us make it safer for all children. Share and complete our safeguarding in martial arts and boxing survey.
Mar
10
2026
Using AI responsibly in youth sport
Artificial Intelligence is being used more in youth sports, learn more about how use AI responsibly in your organisation.
Feb
09
2026
How to respond to child abuse concerns
Learn how to respond with empathy in the moment if you receive a concern about child abuse, whether it’s from a child, a parent, or is something you’ve seen.
Jan
07
2026
Using checklists to strengthen safeguarding
Learn why, as part of a safeguarding framework, checklists can be an essential tool for coaches, welfare officers, and club leaders to manage their duty of care effectively, especially when things get busy.
Jan
07
2026
Safeguarding in sport over Christmas holidays
Here are our top tips to help you create a safe, positive environment for children this Christmas holidays. Use our checklist and key contact numbers.
Dec
18
2025
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