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Governance

The governance committee terms of reference are to:

  • Advise the County, and its member clubs, on regulations rules and procedures.
  • Conduct periodic risk audits and advise the Officers on compliance.
  • Advise and monitor aspects of player safety and safeguarding.
  • Act as the Disciplinary panel for the County, oversee disciplinary procedures; appoint and retire Disciplinary Panel members and chairmen; provide training opportunities and support for panel members.
  • Advise on refereeing matters and liaise with the Somerset Rugby Referee Society and with all of the County’s other stakeholders, as necessary.
  • Monitor and advise on the smooth running of the County including aspects of PR/County communications, arrangements for administration, archives and support of clubs with club development and fixture exchange.
  • Liaise with other stakeholders.
  • Support and advise other County Standing and Sub-committees as required.
  • Promote the ethos and core values of rugby football.