Please see message below from Carol following the tragic events in Southport:
May I strongly suggest that any clubs who are running Summer Activities during the children's holidays be mindful and remind all Coaches , Managers and Participants to be extra vigilant in view of the horrendous incident that occurred in Southport today. 29th July 2024.
It may be an isolated incident, however we all need to be aware and extra vigilant to everyone's safety especially young vulnerable children who will be in our care.
Please ensure that all Coaches and Organisers know what to do to look after participants, report all suspicious circumstances to the police and be vigilant to people who may not normally be at our rugby clubs.
Challenge if appropriate and ONLY if you feel safe to do so , if not the contact the police immediately.
Our thoughts and Prayers are sent to all victims and their families in Southport.
Carol Baker
Lancashire County RFU Director of Safeguarding and Welfare.