Policies

This policy is intended to clarify the eligibility of fencers to wear the Welsh stripes/patches on their kit.  The existing stripes (currently used by our youth fencers) are being replaced by new patches.  Stripes are in limited supply at Leon Paul, as no new Welsh stripes are being manufactured.  This gives us an opportunity to introduce a new set of patches. Stripes will no longer be awarded, although those who have already earned them, may continue to wear them.

The overarching principle is that these have to be earned by fencers selected to represent Wales at appropriate events, so they are seen by their peers as deserving of that recognition.

The Directors of Welsh Fencing, and the members of any WF Committee, are all required to conform with our Conflict of Interest Policy.  It defines how interests are registered (via the Declaration of Interests Form), and how they will be managed.

The Welsh Fencing  Code of Conduct can be found below. The purpose of the Welsh Fencing Code of Conduct is to define the minimum standards of behaviour and conduct.

The Welsh Fencing  Fraud Prevention Policy can be found below:

Please find below our insurance documents:

This document defines our Privacy Policy. 

The Welsh Fencing Complaints Policy and Process can be found in the following document:

Please find below our Cookie Policy:

The Welsh Fencing Risk Management Policy can be found in the following document:

We want to let you know about upcoming changes to our Privacy Policy. These changes will go into effect for you as of May 25, 2018.

The Welsh Fencing Strategy can be found in the document below.The purpose of the Welsh Fencing Strategy is to define a clear vision for Fencing in Wales.  It defines our definition of success and outlines our view of what that looks like, and how we will get there, breaking down into actual activities undertaken by the Board and the volunteer workforce.  All decisions made at Board level are linked into our strategy.

Welsh fencing purchase equipment (such as spools, scoring equipment, pistes etc) for use in Welsh Fencing promoted events.  This includes the full domestic Welsh Calendar, the Welsh Open, Senior 5 Nations, and any future events which may include Junior 5 Nations, Senior/Junior CFFC's.

It is the policy of the Board that this equipment be available to clubs, event organisers or other Governing Bodies for their use, providing the equipment is fully insured for all losses.  Evidence of appropriate insurance will be required before the equipment can be borrowed.

UK athletes are advised to be cautious and vigilant in their choice to use any supplement. No guarantee can be given that any particular supplement, including vitamins and minerals, ergogenic aids and herbal remedies is free from prohibited substances. It is important to be aware that some supplements have been found to contain prohibited substances that were not listed on the product label.

Contact press/publicity officer Carl Difford with all results and information about other newsworthy fencing events involving clubs or individuals - reports or previews.

Please provide as much detail as you can and be as prompt as possible in order to meet the deadlines of the various publications and other media outlets supplied. Include pictures whenever relevant.

Journalists, photographers or researchers seeking information are also welcome to contact Carl via the above link.

Email contact: publicity@gwentswordclub.co.uk