Tag Archive for: Coronavirus

Coaches reminded to check DBS certificates are still valid

Following the announcement of the government’s roadmap for easing Covid-19 restrictions, England Boxing wanted to take this opportunity to remind all coaches that they must have a valid in-date Enhanced Child Workforce DBS certificate in order to coach.

Coronavirus latest: return to outdoor training guidance

England Boxing can now update members on what step one (part two) of the government’s roadmap for the easing of Covid-19 restrictions means for amateur boxing in this country.

Coronavirus update: guidance around curriculum, extra-curricular and out-of-school activities involving boxing

England Boxing can now provide guidance around curriculum, extra-curricular and out-of-school activities involving boxing – which relate to education settings only – ahead of the reopening of schools, colleges and universities on Monday (8th March).

Government to allow gyms to reopen on 12th April, subject to criteria being met

We note this afternoon's welcome news from PM Boris Johnson that - subject to lockdown-easing criteria being met - boxing gyms will be permitted to reopen on 12th April.

Help national understanding of how COVID-19 has impacted grassroots clubs

England Boxing clubs are being urged to complete a survey to help the Sport and Recreation Alliance understand the current landscape of grassroots sport and physical activity - and what support the sector needs to get back on its feet.

Is your club eligible for a Coronavirus insurance payment?

England Boxing clubs should check their insurance policies to see if they are eligible for an insurance payment following the initial onset of the Coronavirus Pandemic.

Grants available for clubs during new lockdown

England Boxing clubs are set to be able to tap into a share of the £4.6 billion government funding made available as a result of the latest Coronavirus Pandemic national lockdown.

Coronavirus update: latest government lockdown forces club closures

All indoor leisure facilities in England – including boxing clubs and gyms – must close with immediate effect as part of the latest government lockdown in a bid to halt the rising number of Coronavirus cases, the UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson has confirmed.

Coronavirus update: Clubs should check tier arrangements after government announcement

All boxing clubs and gyms located in areas that have today (23rd December) been put into tier 4 of the government’s Coronavirus restrictions from Boxing Day must close, England Boxing can regrettably confirm.

Clubs urged to check if they have moved Coronavirus tiers

England Boxing member clubs are urged to check if the Coronavirus restrictions in their area have changed following last night’s government review of the current tier system – and how it affects their gyms as a result.