British Gymnastics is committed to ensuring that robust ethical standards are upheld in our sport and making sure gymnastics is safe and accessible for all. The welfare of all of our members is of paramount importance; and in particular, the welfare of our members who are under the age of eighteen years.

This section of the web site is the central resource for information on Ethics and Welfare. It contains BG policies, procedures, guidance and Safeguarding material. The downloads section contains much of the information which is relevant to you.

Please click here to Browse and Download Ethics and Welfare Policies and Documents

Please click here to view the BG Pathway for Reporting Serious Complaints/Concerns. This flowchart is intended to clarify the pathway for complaints relating to serious breaches of the BG Standards of Conduct by members. NB: Whilst this pathway may concern matters which occur in BG affiliated clubs; it does not apply to complaints about BG programmes (such as National Performance Squad Activity), events, services or decisions (“acts of BG”).

You can also find the BG Disciplinary and Appeals flow charts by clicking here. These documents are intended to simplify the Disciplinary and Appeals process and should be used in conjunction with these procedures. Please click here to view the full Complaints and Disciplinary Procedures.