Independent Safeguarding Authority and Vetting & Barring Scheme.
England Netball is aware of the new Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Act (2006) and Independent Safeguarding Authority (ISA) who will be administering the Vetting and Barring Scheme (VBS). We are aware there are some minor changes to legislation this autumn, but that the key parts of the Act relevant for sport will not have an impact until July 2010.This gives England Netball enough time to prepare and to provide clear guidance for members at every level of our organisation but until the Government has issued the guidance specific to the sport and leisure sector England Netball is not in a position to make detailed plans, nor to consult in an informed way with members.England Netball will work closely with the Child Protection in Sport Unit and other relevant organisations to plan, consult and deliver information and guidance to members in such a way that ensures our organisation and its members are fully compliant with the requirements of the Act.In the meantime England Netball strongly advises members to follow all England Netball guidance on best practice in safeguarding children.For further information on the Vetting and Barring Scheme and how it relates to sport please visit: www.thecpsu.org.ukFor netball enquiries please contact either your England Netball regional office or email: Emma.Gibson@englandnetball.co.uk
