The NSPCC is releasing new data as it renames its sport safeguarding service, NSPCC Sport, formerly the Child Protection in Sport Unit (CPSU).
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Keeping children safe in summer holiday clubs
In this blog, Joe, talks about the role the NSPCC Helpline can play in supporting staff and volunteers running holiday activities this summer.
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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'.
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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.
Jun
10
2026
Working together for safer sport
Read about the recent Sport Welfare Officer (SWO) Network away day, and how the network can support your sport organisation.
Nov
14
2025
Combat sports: what makes a good club?
We’ve updated our Parent's Hub information, advice and guidance to help parents better understand what makes a good club — especially when it comes to competitions.
Sept
29
2025
People before policies in community sport
In this blog, we reflect on the lessons learned from our Safeguarding in sport and physical activity podcast and how it challenges us to move beyond paperwork and procedures, and to focus on what truly matters: people.
Jul
17
2025
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