Petition · Department for Education
Introduce specific safeguarding regulation for extracurricular activities
Closed
1,034 signatures
What the petition asks
Introduce safeguarding legislation and regulation for extracurricular activities. Ensure all staff and volunteers are trained, vetted, and members of an accredited awarding, governing or regulated body to safeguard vulnerable individuals.
Children and vulnerable adults can face safeguarding risks in extracurricular activities due to a lack of specific legislation. These environments often operate without specific regulation or oversight. Requiring coaches, teachers, clubs and schools to be members of an accredited body would help establish minimum safeguarding standards.
Timeline
| 7 Aug 2025 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 7 Feb 2026 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
1,034
Status
Closed
Department
Department for Education
Opened
7 Aug 2025
Closed
7 Feb 2026
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 1 Aug 2026.