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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7 ways to make safeguarding a priority
7 ways to influence people in your organisation to make safeguarding a priority useful for safeguarding leads and board champions.
Jul
10
2026
How to plan safeguarding in sport
Learn how to write and co-create a SMART safeguarding plan that will be delivered and make safeguarding the norm.
Jul
07
2026
A 10% increase in safeguarding concerns in children's sports
The NSPCC is releasing new data as it renames its sport safeguarding service, NSPCC Sport, formerly the Child Protection in Sport Unit (CPSU).
Jun
30
2026
NSPCC Sport: new name, same mission
Celebrating 25 years of safeguarding children in sport, with a name change to ‘NSPCC Sport'.
Jun
25
2026
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
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
Creating neuroinclusive sport spaces
In this blog we talk about why neuroinclusive sport matters, using people's strengths, why safeguarding leads need to be aware of this and practical tips.
Mar
17
2026