Advisory Panels

The Access Advisory Group provides guidance and advice to British Canoeing, volunteers and the wider paddling community to support responsible access to and along water which are compatible with the protection of the natural environment in all aspects of paddlesport.

The purpose of the UK Safeguarding Steering Group is to contribute to the safeguarding of children, young people, as well as adults at risk within paddlesport by managing processes and ensuring collaboration between the respective national governing bodies within the UK.

The purpose of the Safety Advisory Panel is to provide guidance and advice to British Canoeing, the National Associations and the wider paddling community, to support safe practice in all aspects of paddlesport.

The primary purpose of the Case Management Group is to offer advice and guidance in relation to the management of safeguarding concerns and cases and to support British Canoeing safeguarding leads in carrying out their role and responsibilities.