Meet the National Governing Bodies team

Colin Bell

Partner, Head of Intellectual Property, Head of Technology Sector
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Elspeth Christie

Partner
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Lydia Edgar

Partner, Head of Sports sector
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Catherine Forshaw

Associate
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Ruth Hargreaves

Partner
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Andrew McGregor

Legal Director
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Jason Smith

Director of Sports Business and Legal Affairs
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Latest National Governing Bodies thought leadership

State of Play 2024 — sports stars explore the latest developments in athlete welfare

Our annual State of Play conference brought together leading voices and decision-makers from across the world of sport.
Developing sustainable approaches to hosting sports events

From the Olympics to the Bundesliga, we look at the efforts being made to promote sustainability within sports.
Transgender Athletes: Inclusion vs Fairness (Part 2)

We analyse the evolving regulatory landscape affecting transgender athletes' participation in sports.
Harpur Trust v Brazel: the impact on sporting organisations

NGBs that hire staff with irregular working patters may need to review their annual leave and holiday pay calculations.
The impact of rising energy costs on sports clubs

There are concerns that rising energy prices could force some sports clubs into insolvency.
Sports Clubs: Property related issues to consider when applying for or having received grant funding

When awarding grants, governing bodies may use land owned by a club as security to ensure the funds are spent correctly.
Transgender Athletes: Inclusion vs Fairness - Part 1

Sports governing bodies are reviewing their policies on the inclusion of trans participants in elite sports.
National Governing Bodies and the Duty of Care – Part 1: What is the Duty?

We examine the nature of the Duty of Care for sports NGBs and take a look at some recent examples of breach.
Sponsorship / Supply Agreements: 12 key areas for National Governing Bodies

Agreements with sponsors and suppliers (“Sponsors / Suppliers”) are often a crucial source of income... Read more.
covid-19

Cricket and COVID-19 - seasons 2020, 2021 and beyond

During the pandemic, cricket clubs and leagues have shown they can react quickly and innovatively but challenges remain.
WADA 2021 New Code Update

New WADA code introduces landmark changes for protected persons including minors.
Horseracing to become first major sport in Britain to introduce ‘athlete’ saliva testing

BHA first national governing body to introduce in-competition race-day saliva testing as part of anti-doping programme