You're in safe hands.
TAKING CARE OF CRICKET
From prevention to protection, safeguarding in sport is everyone’s responsibility and we’re determined and committed to keeping young people and adults at risk out of harm’s way both on and off the cricket pitch.
We comply fully with the ECB Safe Hands Policy- this is the England and Wales Cricket Board’s policy to safeguard children and adults at risk within cricket. It promotes good practice, helps raise awareness and ensures people know what to do if they have any concerns about children or the behaviour of adults in cricket.
We also oversee the safeguarding compliance of every cricket club in Northamptonshire, supported by an amazing teams of trained Club Safeguarding Officers. Their job isn’t always glamorous, but without these superstars, cricket couldn’t happen.
Thank you to every volunteer safeguarding officer, you’re all amazing!
IF YOU'RE WORRIED ABOUT ANYTHING, TALK TO SOMEONE
There are lots of people working to look after players and supporters, to keep cricket safe. Your Club Safeguarding Officer is a great place to start, or you can contact our County Safeguarding Officer or the team at the ECB. You'll find all the contact details, along with ECB and Steelbacks Foundation/NCCC policies on safeguarding below. Don't keep your worries to yourself.
RAISE AN ISSUE OR CONCERN
We stand against discrimination in all its forms and are committed to ensuring that cricket is a game for everyone. If you have experienced or witnessed discrimination involving Northamptonshire County Cricket Club, players, staff or supporters, please report it. All reports will be fully investigated by the club’s EDI and Welfare Committee. Alternatively, reports can be made directly to the Cricket Regulator at https://www.cricketregulator.co.uk/share-a-concern
OUR EDI PLAN
We stand against discrimination in all its forms and are committed to ensuring that cricket is a game for everyone. We have an overall EDI Plan which can be found below but we also have an annual action plan, our 2026 action plan can be found HERE
Our processes continue to evolve and improve to make them as effective as possible.
You can read our Anti-Discrimination Code HERE
HERE is the summary of results from our 2025 EDI Action Plan
Read our EDI Plan here
Safeguarding Kit Bag Resources
Find policies, procedures, guidance documents and templates for your club to use.
Kit Bag Link
SAFEGUARDING TRAINING
Safeguarding Level 2 is the new course from the Cricket Regulator safeguarding team on behalf of the ECB. It will provide the learner with what to look out for and how to respond to concerns.
About the course
If you’re a safeguarding officer, coach, scorer or activator, it’s mandatory to complete this course. For umpires, committee members, team captains or managers, then it’s a great idea to complete it – we think you’ll find it helpful.
Aims and objectives
– Create a safe and inclusive cricket environment
– Describe what a safeguarding concern is
– Respond appropriately to concerns
– Describe how to report and record safeguarding concerns
The course accreditation will last for 3 years. If you already hold the Safeguarding for Specialist Roles accreditation, you’ll need to complete a new Level 2 course as soon as that lapses (three years after completion)
Course Link
OUR POLICIES
Being inclusive helps make cricket a sport where everyone feels welcome and safe. Here you’ll find more details about of our safeguarding initiatives and policies.
Introducing our County Safeguarding Officer.
Our County Safeguarding Officer is Stacey Hill. Stacey supports all Club Safeguarding Officers and has a direct relationship with the ECB Safeguarding team and authorities.
If you have any questions, she’ll be happy to help. You can reach her using the contact details below.
Phone – 07780 067692
E-Mail – safeguarding@nccc.co.uk
Introducing our Deputy County Safeguarding Officer.
Our Deputy County Safeguarding Officer is Derek Styman. He will look after Safeguarding concerns and support individuals when Stacey is away. Please still use the above information to get in contact.
