MEMBER CODE OF CONDUCT

Members are reminded that Friends of Lochalsh Leisure Centre (FOLLC) has been built and developed recently by its members for the benefit of all members and for the advancement of fundraising for Lochalsh Leisure Centre (LLC). It is the responsibility of everyone involved with the LLC to ensure that it continues to develop and progress and that no person/s is/are allowed to degrade or damage the property or interests of LLC or bring FOLLC or their fundraisers into disrepute.

The Committee is a voluntary body elected by the membership at the Annual General Meeting each year or accordingly with terms of office. Its commitment to FOLLC and its members & visitors should thus be respected. It should be noted that Committee decisions are made for the benefit of LLC in general and not for the convenience of the Committee.

Being a member of (LLC) entitles and obligates you to certain rights and responsibilities, as it does other members, guests, visitors and overall. Members of and visitors to FOLLC events are required under this Code of Conduct to behave at all times in a way which upholds the values and good reputation of FOLLC.

The Code

Members and Visitors have a right to:

1. Be treated equitably and with respect.
2. Participate in an environment free from all forms of harassment and discrimination.
3. Have their privacy and confidentiality treated lawfully and with respect.
4. Submit their views to the Committee of FOLLC or (LLC) provided this is done appropriately and respectfully in line with FOLLC governance procedures and policies.

Members of and Visitors to LLC must:

• Treat everyone with respect, courtesy and without harassment. All members must respect the rights, (not to be harassed, discriminated or bullied) dignity and worth of all.
• LLC Members do not use remarks based on gender reassignment, disability, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation behave honestly and with integrity. It is your officials,team mates, club,family and family friends who are let down by such remarks.
• Comply with the rules and follow all safety requirements and practices of LLC & FOLLC.
• Observe the rules At fundraising events held by FOLLC.
• Not use obscene, offensive language or gestures or behave in a disorderly manner.
• Refrain from behaviour that could offend or embarrass others.
• Maintain appropriate confidentiality about dealings that any person has with FOLLC
• Not physically or verbally harass others (includes fight, argue, ridicule, threaten, stalk, etc.)
• Behave responsibly and not motivate or incite any person/s to do or feel anything unpleasant or violent.
• Comply with any lawful and reasonable direction given by someone who has authority to give the direction.
• Do not turn up for events for FOLLC fundraising the worse for wear through alcohol or drugs
• Behaviour over a fundraising event(s) should be exemplary and NO PERSON should act in a manner which may show FOLLC in a negative light. Failure to comply could lead to REMOVAL/EXPULSION/SUSPENSION as seen fit by FOLLC.
• Not provide false or misleading information in response to a request for information that is made for official purposes in connection with FOLLC.
• Use LLC resources in an appropriate manner.
• At all times behave in a way that upholds the good reputation of FOLLC. Whether at a Fundraising event run by FOLLC. Or another fundraiser for LLC

Breaches of the Code of Conduct – Reporting and Resolution

FOLLC & LLC, through its Committee(s), reserves the right to make decisions and enforce fair and reasonable measures following a breach of the Code of Conduct.

Any breach of the Code of Conduct must be reported to the Committee who will fully investigate the matter in a calm, honest and dignified manner and every effort should be made by all concerned to maintain confidentiality. If, following an investigation and having considered all relevant circumstances it is concluded that a breach has occurred, then the Committee shall take what it deems to be appropriate action in line with the FOLLC & LLC Disciplinary Procedure. This may include issuing a formal reprimand in writing, a temporary suspension of club membership or fully revoking club membership.

In the case of non‐members, action may include a ban from FOLLC events for a set period of time or for life. Any breach of Criminal Law shall be referred to the Police.