ACTION PLAN FOR SHROPSHIRE CRICKET (BOARD) 2015-2018

The Shropshire Cricket Board

Cricket in Shropshire has a proud and distinguished history over two centuries. The first reference to cricket in the county was in 1794 and a county organisation existed from around 1829. The Shropshire Cricket Board (SCB) is recognised by the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) as the local governing body responsible for recreational cricket in Shropshire. The SCB fulfils a number of roles. Amongst these is the pursuit of the:

Active encouragement, support and promotion of the playing and development of cricket at all levels and age groups in Shropshire

Excellence in playing, coaching, officiating Improvement in playing facilities for recreational cricket and the support of the club game

generally. We are nothing without our clubs. The Shropshire Cricket Board (SCB) was founded in 1997 by the newly

established England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) with overall responsibility for non-first class cricket in the county. The SCB is based in Telford at Wrekin College. In 2010 the SCB became a company limited by guarantee with a Board of Directors. In 2012 the Board took the decision to apply for charitable status. In 2014 the Directors undertook to reshape the operations management with a view to

corporate planning for a period of 3-5 years. The Board is supported by professional staff, volunteers and subsidiary groups including:

Shropshire Cricket Clubs (including Shropshire Clubs who play in the Birmingham League) Shropshire County Cricket League District Club Cricket Development Groups (South, (Central-East /Central-West under

development)) Council Sports Partnerships Groundsman’s Association Shropshire Association of Cricket Officials Shropshire Coaches Association Women and Girls Club Development Group

Against a background of unprecedented change in the sporting landscape, and awareness of ECB Changes with regard to its programmes and funding the restructured SCB has been using this time to review its strategic direction. This “Three Year Action Plan for Cricket in Shropshire” has been created to respond to this situation and to outline what it will do and how it will work over the coming years to increase regular participation in cricket across all sectors of the population and communities within Shropshire.

The SCB hopes that its mission, vision and values will help it to become an ever more successful Board, serving the cricket community of Shropshire and contributing to the improvement of all aspects of the game in the county.

ACTION AREAS – OUTCOMES FRAMEWORK (7)

1 PLAYER PARTICIPATION - To inspire, retain and increase the number of players taking part in the game.

2 PERFROMANCE PROGRAMME - To support and develop Representative Teams across all ages and genders in order to compete at the highest level.

3 COMMUNICATIONS - To create a plan to improve two-way communication, which facilitates information sharing with the Shropshire Cricket Community.

4 COMPETITIONS - To facilitate and support competitions which provide all players with the opportunity to play cricket in a form that suits them.

5 INCLUSIVE CRICKET - To develop opportunities to play the game for targeted groups for whom barriers for participation exist.

6 THE CRICKET COMMUNITY - To support existing arrangements with people, partners and facilities. Building on strengths with the need to create sustainable clubs and teams, whilst facilitating innovative new ways to operate.

7 GOOD GOVERNANCE - To maintain a board and team of professional staff which works together optimally in the best interest of Cricket.

8 COMMERCIAL AND MARKETING - To develop a plan which generates revenue to create a sustainable organisation which can re-invest in and support the Cricket Community in Shropshire.

Explanation of the tables:Where responsibilities are shown in the following tables, names without brackets indicate a primary (co-)responsibility; names within brackets show a secondary or supporting responsibility. DT = Development Team (CDOs)Office – CDOs + F and A Manager + GMAll photos courtesy of Kidznfocus

1 To inspire, retain and increase the number of players taking part in the game.

Youth always comes first (boys and girls)

Development of youth/junior cricket is the core of the SCB’s strategy for growth

Goals for 2018 are: All clubs in the Birmingham DPCL and Shropshire CCL (Div 1-3) to have a youth section with a

cricket programme for all age-groups (boys and girls). These clubs also to have a team in each age-group of the SCB junior competition (s) whilst allowing for co-clubbing age groups.

A majority of the remaining clubs to have adopted a youth plan within their policy and to be implementing programmes for their youth

Clubs to maintain an active policy for attracting and training coaches and (other) volunteers for the development of all junior players

Clubs to actively encourage the development of youth players in competitive formats, from the youngest age-groups to the progression into the senior ranks

Clubs to participate throughout the year in indoor and outdoor youth cricket activities More youth players to be represented in all age-groups of the SCB rep youth squads (boys and

girls). These youth squads to participate at the highest level in ECB competitions

Instruments to achieve this are: Board Clubs The training of more club coaches Office x Increased numbers of club volunteers x

The development of schools cricket DT x The commitment of SCB Development Officers to support the clubs in

their co-operation with local authorities, nearby schools and clubs in their vicinity

DT x

Specific actions in 2015-16 budget year: Board Clubs Conduct three Introductory Courses (Cricket Activator) for parents and

volunteersOffice x

Conduct two Level 2 coaching courses with new participants Office x Organise (in conjunction with SCB CA) a Coaching and Development

ConferenceOffice (x)

Continue the Club Support Programme in South and Introduce it in Central East and West Shropshire (Incl Clubmark) where appropriate

DT x

Introduce school cricket for club development through national grants from Sport England and Chance to Shine Funding (2016-2020)

DT x

Organise (in conjunction with clubs) a minimum of 20 primary school clinics

DT x

Organise and conduct Cricket Challenges between School Schemes Office (x) Abolish the distinction between junior leagues and co-ordinate and

introduce a new Top competition for SCB junior club cricket with county wide winners

Office/Board

Offer diverse competition programmes throughout the year (indoor and in the summer (outdoor)) which meet the expectations and preferences of the players from the youngest to seniors

Office / Board

Commence an inner city/Street20 type programme with the inclusion of at least three new ethnic diverse areas (e.g. South Telford)

DT (x)

Organise a series of Cricket Road Shows for Clubs and Partners on what the SCB can do for you

DT (x)

Conduct programmes of regional winter and holiday coaching sessions DT (x) Commit 25k to support of clubs’ youth development initiatives /

groundcare via the small grant scheme (to be determined by 2016 budget/ECB)

Board

Grassroots cricket

Healthy grassroots are also vital for the future

Goals for 2018 are: Growth of 10% in the number of teams participating in the lower divisions of the SCCL

competition The building of strong, sustainable cricket clubs An increase in the numbers of coaches and officials

Instruments to achieve this are: Board Clubs A strong Club Support Programme to strengthen clubs organisation DT (x) Competition structures that are optimally adapted to the requirements

of the players from the NCPS 2015 resultsOffice/ Board

Training and recruitment programmes for coaches, match officials and volunteers, together with annual coaching and club development conferences

Office (x)

Programmes aimed at good governance at club level via CDOs Club Development Visits

Office x

Specific actions in 2015-16 budget year : Bond Clubs Organise (in conjunction with SCB CA and other county boards) a

Club Coaching and Development ConferenceOffice (x)

Introduce the Club Support Programme DT x Review playing conditions in the SCCL lower divisions and T20

Midweek Cup competitions to ensure that they meet the expectations of the participating clubs

Office/ Board

(x)

Regional Rep Matches where appropriate Office / SCCL (x) Organise an inaugural Senior Indoor Tournament ? (x) Conduct umpiring and scoring courses to continue growth in

officials’ numbersOffice (x)

(Re) Establish a Grass Roots Sub Committee of the SCB (SYCB) to gain representation of all the Sub Committees to draw together Shropshire Cricket Partners re Club Youth Cricket

Board x

Develop and deliver a Spirit of Cricket programme Board/Office x Organise at least three student indoor tournaments (men and

women) at colleges and Uni FE establishmentsOffice (x)

Training and recruitment programmes for coaches, match officials and volunteers, together with annual coaching and club development conferences

DT (x)

Programmes aimed at Good Governance Board and CSPs

(x)

2 To support and develop Representative Teams across all ages and genders in order to compete at the highest level.

Senior Men

Our ambition is a position among the top 20 in the country

Goals for 2018 are: Support to SCCC for the achievement of a position in the top 6 in the Unicorns Competitions

qualification tournaments, thereby regularly taking part in the semi-finals and finals of championships

Regaining MC status within the new ECB events cycle but combining effective resources to become a stronger set up from 17-22 year olds Rep Cricket

Participation in the Unicorns Events and striving for a position in the top 6 in the MC Western and Eastern Divisions by providing a production line of players, pathways and matches in conjunction with SCCC

Formulate and develop strong links with Worcestershire CCC in the area of the best young emerging players capable of playing County Cricket (Worcs Satellite Academy)

Continued participation in the ECB Performance programmes Building a series of representative sides which are increasingly independent of the

participation and performances of players from the private school sector Annual participation in a strong preparation programme for U15/17 players in the Southern

Hemisphere before the start of the SCB season Achievement of the highest possible position in ECB championships Active participation in new forms of national competitions such as ECB U18 T20s.

Instruments to achieve this are: Board Clubs A continuing increase in the number of quality players on to the WoCCC

Satellite Academy and then to become contracted players to Worcestershire

Office

A full programme of matches against counties and teams from major Midlands counties (East and West Midlands) Office

The organisation of a clearer pathway from SCB to SCCC cricket to take part in competitions with teams from other nearby counties

Office

Creation / Upgrade of a series of Indoor Performance Cricket Centres around the county which reduce the travel needs of players and ensure that Club Surfaces meet the needs of Performance Cricket

Board/ Office

x

Specific actions in 2015-16 budget year: Board Clubs Review organisation of SCB team structures in the light of performances

in the CAG programmesOffice/ Board

Improve U19 participation of District Teams in intra county events – also inter county to be organised in conjunction with SCCC

Office

Continue regional matches (T20 and longer overs) between districts in Shropshire

Office x

Further support to engage a sponsor in realising name recognition in specific areas of the county and country

Board/ Office

Elite youth

The county representative sides of the future are dependent on the development of the elite youth

Goals for 2018 are: Improvement of the progression from youth cricket to the SCCC Team and the WoCCC

Academy teams Participation of youth squads (under 11 12 13 15 and 17 ) and the achievement of optimal

results in ECB tournaments organised by ECB and other festivals – review 2015 festivals re VFM Qualification by SCB (Under 15 and 17) for the ECB Play Offs in OD and 2D cricket Each youth squad to be able to measure their progress in relation to their contemporaries from

at least the other Minor counties

Instruments to achieve this are: Board Clubs More playing and coaching opportunities for SCB players in both

summer and winterOffice

An embedded satellite academy structure with WoCCC for the best youth players

Office

Improved youth competition opportunities for the most talented players Office (x) Development of a Midlands Cricket League at regional level Office/ECB

Specific actions in 2015-16 budget year: Board Clubs Participation in ECB Competitions and Festivals at Bromsgrove Taunton

and Malvern Schools[Office]

Specialised Coaching Camps (2) for groups of talented players Office Develop Challenge Series for U19 and U17 with SCCC and other MCs [Office] Win ECB U17 League OD and 2D [Office] ECB Championship play offs Under-15 [Office] Participation by U12/13/14 in tournaments in UK home matches [Office] Boys Presentation Night to profile and encourage players in all age-

groupsOffice

Extensive spring and autumn trial (observation) programmes for U10-U19 incl SCCC reps

Office

Introduce specialised training programmes in speed, agility and quickness

DT

Increased numbers of matches for youth squads on the best turf pitches in Shropshire, against high-quality opposition (do we play on the right grounds ?)

DT

WomenOur ambition is to achieve ECB Division 3 status

Goals for 2018 are: Achievement of the highest possible ECB level for a county of our size (Div 2) Continued participation in the English county competitions (50 and T20) Attempt to retain our own players and play at higher levels whilst supporting EWDP

opportunities Annual organisation of squads with at least one overseas tour for both women and girls, with

wherever possible international fixtures e.g. Ireland, Holland etc.

Instruments to achieve this are: Board Clubs A systematic approach to the coaching of the representative squads Office Super 2s matches of internal players between teams selected from the

best playersOffice

Support for an extended stay in the Southern Hemisphere for the most talented Young players

Office x

Specific actions in 2015-16 budget year : Board Clubs Successfully participate in ECB Championship/T20 Qualifier [Office] Continue successful participation in ECB County Championship and T20

competitions at higher divisions[Office]

More match prep match cricket for major ECB Matches (U15 upwards) DT Continue inter county Cricket at U11 and U13 Midlands based and to

increase commitment to local festivals (Malvern etc.) / SCB to host at Wrekin College ??

DT

Ensure 3 players are “scouted” to ECB Winter Programmes and Summer Get-together days

DT

3 To create a plan to improve two-way communication, which facilitates information sharing with the Shropshire Cricket Community.

Cricket as a product must be situated more effectively in the market

Goals for 2018 are: An increase in recognition of cricket in the Shropshire An improved image for cricket as a family rather than an elite sport Regular attention for cricket in the local press, radio and television Increased coverage of cricket in the local press and by regional television channels Maximal use of the new media in the promotion of all aspects of cricket Increased interaction via social media with 10,000 genuine followers on Twitter and 3000

followers on Facebook, of whom 2000 are resident in the Shropshire

Instruments to achieve this are: Board Clubs A comprehensive media and comms plan Office/

Board Improved coverage of SCB events on BBC local Radio and television Office Regular distribution of attention-demanding media releases Office Improved contacts with relevant journalists and reporters Office Encouragement of clubs to pursue an active media policy [Office] x Continuation of the annual Cricket OSCA’s / Dinner Office/

Boardx

Continuation of an extensive, more descriptive Directory (in conj SCCC) Office Improved contact with players, parents and supporters through digital

newslettersOffice

Specific actions in 2015-16 budget year : Board Clubs Upgrade of website Office Review and update contact list for media releases Office (x) Regular publication of newsletter: fortnightly outside the season

(mid-September – mid-April), weekly during the season (mid-April – mid-September)

Office

Instagram campaign among youth players, using #Shropshire Cricket to permit publication of own photos on the SCB website – indeed to extend and improve Instagram campaign, with a target of a total collection of 1200 photographs

OfficeKidznfocus

Support clubs in their contacts with local and regional media Office (x) Make inventory of reporting in local and regional media Office Organise Annual SCB Cricket OSCAs and Dinner F & Ad Mgr Encourage the publishing link(s) of ball-by-ball commentary and live

streaming of tournaments and matches of teams by Play-Cricket and Total Cricket Scorer via website (SCB) and Club / SCCL Websites

Office

Generate more publicity for the District Matches and youth events Office (x)

4 To facilitate and support competitions which provide all players with the opportunity to play cricket in a form that suits them.

Senior men

Everyone must be able to play in a format which suits them

Goals for 2018 are: An optimal balance between the Shropshire domestic competitions and the county programmes Stable competition structures in the upper divisions in which home-produced players play an

increasingly significant role A varied range of playing formats through which all players can experience cricket in a format

which they enjoy Clear pathways from youth cricket to the senior competitions An increase of 5% in the number of teams from the 2014 levels (NCPS!) Improve ‘the ‘Spirit of the Game’ through a reduction of 10% in the number of disciplinary cases

from the 2014 level 99% accuracy in the statistics of all SCB competitions for the new Directory

Instruments to achieve this are: Board Clubs Retention of SCCL team divisions at the highest levels of the competition Board/

Office Unchanged structure for the top divisions throughout a five-year period Board A ‘Spirit of the Game’ policy in combination which echoes ECB and MCC Office (x) Improved usage of e-cricket by clubs Office x A format of matches for the midweek teams to the County O50s and 60s

that fits within the competition structureOffice

A Universities Tournament to capture lapsed or possible part time players

Office/ Board

(x)

An increase of 50% in the number of qualified scorers Office x

Specific actions in 2015-16 budget year: Board Clubs Support the SCCL on a regular basis to create surety around lower

level teams and maintaining numbersBoard/ Office

x

Participate in Eureka! NPCS research for 2015 in conjunction with the SCCL and BDPCL

Office x

Ensure Shropshire Midweek League and other leagues friendly cricket are recognised and supported by the SCB – Awards / Visits / Meetings etc.

Office x

Organise an inaugural student tournament Board/ Office

Introduction of more club umpires Office x Organisation of an inaugural student indoor tournament Office Encouragement of indoor cricket for senior teams Office x

Organisation of Play-cricket and scoring courses Office x Increase/extension of T20 for lower divisions Board/Office x Research with ECB alternative playing formats: 8-a-side competition? Board /

Office

Youth competitions

The youth competitions must be both enjoyable and challenging

Goals for 2018 are: Optimal competition opportunities in both summer and winter for all age-groups A competition programme which keeps children and their families involved in cricket

throughout the year Competition formats that provide optimal opportunities for talented players and social players Regional competition formats U9-U10 and club Tip & Run formats to bridge the gap between

C2S school cricket (or cricket for sports organisations for development clubs) and club cricket Separate girls’ competitions in all age-groups, notably U12-U14, to maximize the retention of

girl players to the women’s divisions Competition formats for U16-U18 boys to bridge the gap between youth and seniors Competition for U19 boys in seniors, for those boys not playing in BDPCL / SCCL Cricket to

bridge the gap between youth and senior competitions

Instruments to achieve this are: Board Clubs Summer competitions which foster the retention of young players by

maximising their enjoyment of the gameOffice

A challenging competition in order to develop the best players Office Regionally-organised competitions, principally in the younger age-groups Office (x) Girls’ tournaments U12 and U14 Office (x) Boys’ tournaments U16-U19 Office (x) Retention of youth and other senior players by offering match schedules

on SundaysOffice

Subsidy and/or bonus by SCB to clubs on youth membership to encourage development, retention and registration of youth players

Board/ Office

Specific actions in 2015-16 Budget Year: Board Clubs Restructure SCB Youth competition in one general competition or a Office

suitably understandable format in best interests of SCB Youth Cricket Extra SCB U12 Top and U14 Top regional competitions Office 2 girls’ tournaments U12 and U14 as start up for future girls competitions Office School cricket or hockey / attached sports clubs for development of girls’

cricket by clubsOffice x

Research/survey former and present U16-U18 players why they play/don’t play cricket

Office

SCB subsidy to clubs on membership youth players, with extra bonus for Tip & Run, U9-U10 players

Board

5 To develop opportunities to play the game for targeted groups for whom barriers for participation exist.

The women are going for it!

Goals for 2018 are: A significant increase in the number of clubs with an active women’s section Increase of 50% in the number of active women cricketers Doubling of the number of girls participating in SCB competitions Club organisations which are well placed to recruit and retain young female cricketers Development of competition structures which give every player the opportunity to perform

optimally at an appropriate level and to enjoy the game

Instruments to achieve this are: Board Clubs A well thought-out recruitment campaign with specific attention to girls

and women in the age-groups between 14-18 and 18-25 utilising This Girl Can and ECB’s programmes and campaigns

(Office) x

Particular attention to (the families of) members of the clubs and their

neighbouring clubs, pupils in school projects, and women and girls from particular population groups which are currently under-represented in Shropshire women’s cricket

x

A clear development pathway in a comprehensive system of girls’ competitions from the youngest age-groups to the senior competition and the county sides

Office

Involvement of role models in recruitment and development activities in girls’ cricket

Office x

Reserved places in coaching courses for coaches who will play an important role in the coaching of women and girls at club level

Office (x)

Specific coaching programmes for girls and women at club and national level

Office x

Optimal communication concerning girls’ and women’s cricket on the internet and social media

Office x

The adaptation of the youth competitions to current circumstances including disability and inclusion programmes

Office / Board

(x)

Specific actions in 2015: Board Clubs Consultation about and support for initiatives aimed at the recruitment

and retention of women and girlsOffice x

Encouragement of clubs to pursue an active policy regarding women’s and girls’ cricket

Board/ Office

(x)

Development and implementation of girls’ programmes and events (festivals, tournaments, training sessions)

Office (x)

Organise county indoor tournaments (U11/U13/U15/U17) Office (x) Organise regional competitions (U14 and U21) Office (x) Organise a women’s T20 tournament with other Midlands counties Office x Develop and distribute brochures and posters for clubs, aimed at the

promotion of women’s and girls’ cricket via ECBOffice

Promote women’s and girls’ cricket through local/regional (social) media

(Office) x

Promote women’s and girls’ cricket during matches in the spring at other sports clubs in the area

x

Complete and begin implementation of Action Plan for Women’s and Girls’ Cricket

Board / Office

x

Introduce Beginners’ Division to encourage formation of new women’s Office x

teams within the existing Active Womens League Introduce regional indoor and outdoor competitions for girls U12-U16 Office Establish Facebook pages and Twitter accounts concerning girls’ and

women’s cricketOffice x

Create partners for Disability programmes incl funding / C2s projects / club networks for special needs cricketers as well as those who are VI, LD and PAN.

Board/Office (x)

Increase the number and opportunities for Representative Cricket for Disability Cricketers – Comps / CPD Coaches etc.

Board/Office x

Provide support to Clubs for facilities with ease of access to Disability Cricketers

Office x

6 To support existing arrangements with people, partners and facilities. Building on strengths with the need to create sustainable clubs and teams, whilst facilitating innovative new ways to operate.

Building on strengths and creating new areas of strength

Goals for 2018 are: A clear system of focus clubs aimed at the strengthening of a broad range of clubs A stable financial structure which maximizes income from ECB and other sources Additional support for clubs with a youth section or clubs who wish to develop a youth section A responsible financial policy through which the SCB shows itself to be a reliable partner for

ECB and other partners with regard to sponsorship and grants

Instruments to achieve this are: Board Clubs The Club Support Programme, enhanced where possible/necessary by

project-oriented financial supportOffice x

Evaluation of the new financial structure of ECB and its effect on Shropshire cricket for the coming three years

Board/ Office

x

Specific actions in 2015-16 Budget Year: Board Clubs Introduce categories of support for Clubs and Focus clubs within Club

Support ProgrammeOffice

Access to information on all areas of club management, coaching, playing etc. through ECB and SCB website

Office

Investigate other Partnership Support Grants for further staffing Office Renew ECB Bid ready for 2017 MoU on the basis of the change in status Office Offer to host ECB programmes in 2016 in order to obtain hosting

income for clubsBoard/Office

(x)

Make all information re Club Support clearly available online Office/ Board

Make clear online all subsidies that are available for courses and Office/

support etc. Board

7 To maintain a board and team of professional staff which works together optimally in the best interest of Cricket.

Co-operation must be the watchword of a healthy Board

Goals for 2018 are: A governance structure which conforms to the Sport England and ECB model of ‘Good Board’ Optimal co-operation in all policy areas between Board and Office An increase in non-ECB income to one-third of the total budget Improved relationships between the central organisation of the Board/Office and its members

(Clubs and Partners).

Instruments to achieve this are: Board Clubs A competence-based Board AGM An adequate, competitively-appointed and enthusiastic staff Board/

Office A strong volunteer network (Office) x A purpose-directed, efficient system of committees and working parties

which make optimal use of the skills of staff, board members and volunteers

Board/ Office

An adequate process and structure for seeking grants and sponsorship Board/ Office

Specific actions in 2015-16 Budget Year: Board Clubs Give practical form to and implement (in dialogue with the clubs) the

strategy and priority areas of activity for Shropshire cricketBoard/ Office

x

Define the portfolios of Board members in conformity with the seven priority areas of activity

Board

More transparent communication between Board and clubs through e.g. publication on the website of information from Board meetings

Board/ Office

Review and adapt governance structure according to the Sport England models from time to time

Board/ Office

Strengthen links between individual Board members and their counterparts in the office

Board/ Office

Overview and realisation of the actions contained in the Action Plan for 2015

Board/Office

Improvement of the relationship with the clubs through organisation of regional meetings co-operation in the implementation of this plan holding road shows with club boards / reps / committees

Board / Office

Improvement of communication by increasing the frequency of newsletters

Office / Board

Twice-yearly plenary meetings between Board and office + Away Day Board Development of a retiral programme for the Board Board Translation of the leading role of the GM into clear steps to

strengthen the relationship between the clubs and the central organisation of the Board

Board

Structural oversight and evaluation of the various positions in the office with regard to the current situation and the competences which are required and available

Office / Board

Review of Board sub-committees and Partner Groups Board

8 To develop a plan which generates revenue to create a sustainable organisation which can re-invest in and support the Cricket Community in Shropshire.

Financial collaboration, commercialisation and investment are key to the future

Goals for 2018 are: Ensure a stable financial Board for 3 year period dependent on ECB 2017 MoU Achieve SCB Sponsorship target for agreed periods Convert Financial processes to SAGE or equivalent Adjust finance personnel and processes to suit needs of SCB/ECB Adapt needs of 2017 ECB MoU to SCB operations

Instruments to achieve this are: Board Clubs Regular Budget assessments (monthly) by Staff and Directors AGM

An adequate, competitively-appointed and enthusiastic programme of Board/

commercial activity Office A strong commercial network of investors / benefactors (Office) x A purpose-directed, efficient system of committees and working parties

which make optimal use of the skills of staff, board members and volunteers

Board/ Office

An adequate process and structure for seeking grants and sponsorship Board/ Office

Strong ECB Communications ref Finance and Grants Offcie

Specific actions in 2015-16 Budget Year: Board Clubs Engage new sponsors and partners to meet finance targets Board/

Officex

Implement SAGE or equivalent accounting system Board Monthly Budget Comparisons – Profit Loss Accounts – FOG meetings Board /

Office Assess viability (HMRC) of Gift Aid submission for 2013-2015 Board Structure Financial Planning based on ECB new Strategy in readiness for

2017Board / Office

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