§ Baroness Anelay of St Johnsasked Her Majesty's Government:
Further to the Written Answer by Lord Rooker on 23 April (WA 19–20), which national governing bodies of sport have registered with the Criminal Records Bureau; and which have registered as umbrella bodies, indicating in each case whether they are performing "open" and "closed" functions. [HL4131]
§ Lord RookerSince they have not all given their specific consent, it would not be appropriate to publish a list of all the bodies registered with the Criminal Records Bureau (CRB) for the purpose of countersigning applications for standard and enhanced disclosures.
Up to 8 May, some 27 national governing bodies of sport had been registered with the CRB. Of these, 10 have agreed to act as umbrella bodies and have consented to having their details made available. Those who are offering an "open" service (ie have agreed to countersign applications on behalf of others outside their own sector or circle) include the British Orienteering Federation Ltd, Professional Anglers' Association and the Swimming Teachers' Association. Those who are offering a "closed" service include the Badminton Association of England, the British Amateur Gymnastics Association, the British Canoe Union, the English Hockey Association, the Football Association of Wales, the Lawn Tennis Association and the Royal Yachting Association.