We've compiled a series of questions and answers below that you may find helpful that focus on volunteering and the law.
If you can't find an answer to your question, you can also get in touch with our volunteering team.
We've compiled a series of questions and answers below that you may find helpful that focus on volunteering and the law.
If you can't find an answer to your question, you can also get in touch with our volunteering team.
For more information, visit the National Council for Voluntary Organisations’ website.
Read lessThe main differences between an employee and a volunteer are:
For more information on the difference between employees and volunteers, click on the links below.
Both the National Council for Voluntary Organisations and Volunteer Scotland offer detailed guidance on insurance for volunteers.
As well as volunteers, sports clubs need to consider staff, participants and the general public in their insurance requirements. Consequently, you’ll need to consider all these groups together when choosing the type of insurance that’s right for your club. For more information on risk insurance, visit Club Matters.
Read lessAs with any personal data held by an organisation, the Data Protection Act applies to data stored on volunteers. The Act covers the processing, use, accuracy, relevance and protection of such data and how long it can reasonably be stored. We recommend looking at the guidance provided by the Information Commissioner’s Office for more information.
Read lessVolunteer expenses may include things such as travel, food, drinks and equipment. You should only pay volunteers out-of-pocket expenses. Make it very clear from the outset what your expenses policy is before someone agrees to start volunteering with you.
If you make any other payments, there’s a risk your volunteers may be deemed to be employees, which will give them additional rights and may have legal repercussions for your club. You can learn more about this by clicking here.
Learn more about volunteer expenses with the National Council for Voluntary Organisations.
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