The document outlines a code for sports governance with 5 key principles: structure, people, communication, standards and conduct, and policies and processes. It applies to every organization receiving public funds and has 3 tiers of requirements based on organization size. The code provides guidance on board structure, skills-based appointments, transparency, integrity, and legal/financial compliance to promote better governance.

1. A Code for Sports
Governance
Asantewaa Brenya
A Code For Sports Governance

2. Background

3. Principles
Principle 1: Structure
• Clear and appropriate governance structure, led by an effective Board
Principle 2: People
• Skills based appointment, independence, diversity
Principle 3: Communication
• Transparency, accountability, engage effectively with stakeholders
Principle 4: Standards and conduct
• Highest standards of integrity, annual evaluation of Boards and Committees
Principle 5: Policies and processes
• Legal and compliance, financial planning, risk management and internal controls

4. Who does the Code apply to?
• Every organisation in receipt of public funds.
• Tiered approach
• Tier 1: minimum level, ensure money is protected but realist for small
organisations (SE)
• Tier 2: provides flexibility to enable us to set requirements according to the
nature of the investment
• Tier 3: highest level in the Code, builds on existing requirements and aimed at
helping organisations become better governed
A Code for Sports Governance

5. Structure
• Council
• Director Duties
• SID
• Nomination Committee
A Code for Sports Governance

6. People
• Public commitment to achieve greater diversity on the board including
BAME diversity, and disability.
• Skills-based board appointments led by Nomination committee with
majority independents
A Code for Sports Governance

7. Communication
• Public disclosure on governance, structure, strategy and finances
• Strategy for engaging with, and listening to, all stakeholders
A Code for Sports Governance

8. Standards and conduct
Policies and procedures
• Directors legal duties
• Legal and regulatory framework
• Risk management and internal control
A Code for Sport Governance

9. Embracing Change
• Governance Action Plans
• Compliance with the Code – 31 October 2017

10. Why good governance in sport matters…
A Code for Sports Governance