British Gymnastics sets up independent complaints process for athlete allegations

British Gymnastics has set up an independent complaints process to oversee allegations of mistreatment by athletes.

The organisation had already begun an independent review in the summer following gymnasts’ complaints.

“We have a duty of care to our members,” said British Gymnastics chair Mike Darcey.

The new process will “provide an independent means of addressing those concerns raised,” he added.

An independent QC, Christopher Quinlan, has been appointed to lead it.

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“Under this process, all decisions about the management and outcome of those complaints will be made by an independent person, or an independent panel,” British Gymnastics said.

Arbitration body Sport Resolutions will also be involved.

Read more here https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/gymnastics/55079559