As a club/league officer, committee member, director or trustee you accept ultimate responsibility for directing the affairs of your club or league, ensuring that it remains solvent, well run and meets the needs for which it has been established. Delegating responsibilities is common, however as an officer, committee member, director or trustee you retain the ultimate responsibility for any decisions or action taken, for example accepting new members or directing how club funds are to be used.
Clubs and leagues can be subject to a large number of rules and regulations. Officers, committee members, directors and trustees also need to be aware of these requirements and must ensure that the club or league complies. What you have to comply with will vary depending on your activities or your size. Examples include compliance with:
Our COUNTYCOVER product can include cover for officers and committee liability and professional indemnity with a separate limit specifically for claims brought against individuals. Helps to ensure your personal assets are not at risk from a claim against a club or league.