There will be a very important Child Protection Course to be held in the Gaelic Centre Thursday 24th September at 7.15pm. All present underage coaches, managers, trainers and anyone interested to act in any of these positions in the future MUST attend as a matter of urgency. Parents assisting team mentors, coach drivers, caterers and anyone involved at any level with underage i.e under 18 downwards must also attend.
The above must also be backed up with Access NI approval, details on the link below. The pin number can be sought from the Children’s Officer Pat Kidd 07718257555. The designated person for child protection is Grainne Murray 07935121287.
As children officer i cannot stress enough the importance of adhering strictly to the guidelines outlined by GAA central council with regards to the protection of children and vulnerable adults.