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It is not the role of the club to organise transport however the club may choose to do so. Many clubs could not operate without the goodwill of volunteers and parents ensuring that children are transported to events and returned home in a private car. Where individual parents transport for their own child or arrangements made with other parents this is a personal arrangement and not a matter for the club. However where a club has appointed drivers they should be vetted through AccessNI/National Vetting Bureau if driving regularly, and therefore meeting the regulated activity criteria.

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The vast majority of volunteers will help out through their genuine desire to see children or their particular organisation develop. Unfortunately a small minority of others will join an organisation or club as an opportunity to gain access to children and create an air of acceptability about their role and therefore justifying their close contact with children. Having clear recruitment procedures reduces the risk of someone targeting a club or organisation to gain access to children.

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Sport activities are uniquely placed to contribute to safeguarding and the welfare of children. Coaches/volunteers have a responsibility to be a good role model and to be a listening ear if a young person has a concern.