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Welcome to the August 2009 issue of the WSA e-newsletter. Whilst Greta is on maternity, please send any articles for the WSA newsletter or web site to: paul.dancey@welshsports.org.uk
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Nominations are invited for a Young Achievers Award. These awards aim to recognize the contribution of inspirational volunteers, activists and social entrepreneurs between the ages of 16 and 25 in the fields of community, arts, environment and sport... more
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From 12 October 2009, new measures are being introduced to help prevent unsuitable people undertaking paid or volunteer work with children or vulnerable adults... more
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Welsh Athletics appoint John Dagata as Head of Coaching
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Welsh Athletics has just announced the appointment of American coach John Dagata as the new Head of Coaching for Wales... more
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London 2012 must provide a concrete legacy for Paralympic sport
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Britain has finished second in the medals table at the past two Paralympic Games, and in the top four at the past five Games, but research commissioned by London 2012 has shown that around 69% of those questioned could not name a Paralympian... more
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The Stroke Association is looking for wannabe Tarzan's and Jane’s to take part in its first ever Tree Top Challenge in Wales on the 3rd October at Margam Park... more
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Public Consulation: The Equality Bill
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The Equality Bill currently before Parliament includes specific references to clubs and associations, and seeks to address such issues as price concessions and marketing aimed at specific age-groups... more
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Bob Turner returns to competitive fencing
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Following a serious illness earlier in the year, Bob Turner, who until very recently was Chairman of the WSA, has made a welcome return to competitive fencing... more
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Cash 4 Clubs, which provides small grants to community sports clubs throughout the UK, are inviting applications from grass-roots sports organisations who wish to apply for grants of up to £1,000 to improve facilities, purchase new equipment, pay for coaching or develop the club’s sustainability in one way or another... more
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Warning over holiday pay for long-term sick
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A recent House of Lords decision interpreting a ruling by the European Court of Justice has implications for employers with workers on long term sick leave... more
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Public Consultation: Review of Community Transport Permits
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Community Transport Permits allow not-for-profit organisations to provide transportation for hire and reward without the requirement for a Public Service Vehicle operator’s licence... more
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Organizers of the London Olympic appear to be banking on dry weather
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London mayor Boris Johnson has claimed that despite the fact that only 40% of spectators in the new Olympic stadium will be seated under a roof, the weather won't be an issue as it's dry in London 94% of the time... more
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Queen's Award for Voluntary Service
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Since Her Majesty's Golden Jubilee, the Queen has awarded this prestigious national honour to hundreds of volunteering groups across the UK... more
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HM Revenue and Customs have introduced a new on-line employment status service to enable organisations to check whether individuals they are considering engaging are employed or self-employed... more
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The appointment of UKAD's first Chief Executive is announced
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Andy Parkinson has been appointed as the first Chief Executive of UKAD, the newly formed United Kingdom Anti-Doping agency. Ukad is due to take-over as Britain’s national anti-doping organisation by the end of 2009... more
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Public Consultation: The National Assembly for Wales (Legislative Competence) (Culture and other fields) order 2009
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The National Assembly for Wales' Legislative Committee No. 4 is calling for evidence on the proposal to extend the power of the National Assembly for Wales to make measures (laws) in three new areas... more
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Mori Survey reveal that 25% of children do not take part in organized sport
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A recent Mori Survey, commissioned by the Schools Department, has revealed that 23% of young people between the ages of 5 and 19 do not take part in organized sport at home or school, and 58% of 16 - 19 year-olds do no physical activity... more
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Philip Kimberley the interim Chair of Sports Coach UK has issued a statement regarding the circumstances surrounding the departure of the Chief Executive of Sports Coach UK, Dr Pat Duffy, in May this year... view statement
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Public Consultation: Establishing a modernised UK Anti-Doping Organisation
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The department for Culture, Media and Sport has announced a public consultation exercise to secure views of the public on the UK Government's intention to create a new National Anti-Doping Organisation...more
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