Code of Conduct

Cycling Ireland Code of Practice and Safeguarding Procedures for Young and Vulnerable Cyclists

Cycling Ireland is committed to safeguarding the well being of its members. Every member of Cycling

Ireland should, at all times, show respect and understanding for members’ rights, safety and welfare

and conduct themselves in a way that reflects the principles of the organisation and guidelines

contained in this Code and the Code of Ethics and Good Practice for Children’s Sport as issued jointly

by the Irish Sports Council and the Sports Council Northern Ireland.

Cycling Ireland’s first priority is the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and we are

committed to providing an environment which allows participants to perform to the best of their

ability free from bullying and intimidation.

We shall take all practicable steps to protect them from discernable forms of abuse, from harm,

discrimination or degrading treatment and shall respect their rights, wishes and feelings.

The environment will be one that is safe and has the welfare of participants at the forefront.

Cycling Ireland recognises that it has a duty of care,to protect all young people (and vulnerable adults)

and safeguard their welfare, irrespective of age, disability, gender, racial origin, religious belief and

sexual identity.

This Code provides principles and guidelines to be adopted when dealing with young people and

vulnerable adults.

Cycling Ireland Code of Practice and Safeguarding Procedures for Young and Vulnerable Adults

Sport Ireland Code of Ethics

In addition, all our Cycling Ireland members sign up to a Code of Conduct upon membership. Please read this Code here.