Nottingham Portland is committed to treating everyone equally within & outside the club structure, regardless of sex, ethnic origin, religion, disability, age, sexual orientation or political persuasion.

The Club will ensure that equity as stated in the club rules is incorporated in all aspects of it’s activities and also recognises and adopts the Sport England definition of Sports Equity:

“Sports Equity is about fairness in sport, equality of access, recognizing inequalities and taking steps to address them. It is about changing the culture and structure of sport to ensure it becomes equally accessible to everyone in society”.

All club staff & volunteers strive to adapt and work flexibly to provide for the needs of a wider range and diversity of people. The club continuously takes positive action to increase the involvement from under represented groups in all aspects of our organisation, participation, coaching, teaching, officialdom etc.

The Club is committed to everyone having the right to enjoy their sport in an environment free from threat of discrimination, intimidation, harassment and abuse.

All Club members have a responsibility to challenge discriminatory behaviour and promote equality of opportunity.

The Club will deal with any incidence of discriminatory behaviour seriously, according to the club disciplinary procedures.

If you have an issue or would like to seek advice, please contact our Welfare officer - Jacqui Cameron Tel : 0115 846 2718 Email j.cameron11@ntlworld.com . Swim Line (on 0808 1004001) is also a good source of advice, where you can talk to someone who understands both swimming and the requirements of child welfare.