Introduction
We recognise that although we have been living with the Pandemic for 18 months now that it can still make people feel nervous or worried, especially now many of the restrictions have been lifted. We are still doing our utmost to ensure we are taking all the necessary precautions whilst trying to provide a sense of normalcy.
If you do have any concerns you can contact any of the following people, depending on the nature of your concern (best contact details available on the website);
Following the Prime Minister’s announcement, as of the 19 July most of the Covid restrictions have been removed. The latest government guidance can be found here for sports provision. Despite the removal of the restrictions we are very aware of the continuing need to manage risk and offer activities that are as safe as possible at this time.
General Guidance
It is still the case that you should not take part in any club-related activity if you need to self-isolate (for example, because you have tested positive or are asked to self-isolate by NHS Test and Trace). If you are displaying any COVID-19 symptoms (a high temperature; a new, continuous cough; a loss of, or change to, their sense of smell or taste), you should also not attend, even if these symptoms are mild. It is also important to follow NHS guidance on what to do if you live with (click HERE), or have close contact with (click HERE), a positive case.
The legal requirement to wear a facemask has been removed but the government expects and recommends that people should continue to wear them in crowded and enclosed settings, to protect themselves and others. People who wish to wear a mask are encouraged to do so.
Whilst the Government has removed the requirement to maintain 1 metre + distance from people you do not live with from 19th July, we would still encourage our members and parents to continue to be careful and to respect other people’s space.
Before attending any sporting activities, all participants, officials, volunteers and spectators should self-assess for COVID-19 symptoms (a high temperature; a new, continuous cough; a loss of, or change to, their sense of smell or taste). If you have one or more of these symptoms (even if they are mild), you should not attend any sporting activity, and follow NHS guidance on testing and self-isolation.
Members should also consider their own health and circumstances (for example, if they are not yet double-vaccinated or they live with somebody vulnerable), so you can make an informed choice about whether you wish to participate.
As there are limited guidelines now, and squads are very different, some Lead Coaches may agree to take a slightly nuanced approach but the club would recommend;
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