News and Media
Read all the latest news and announcements from The UK Sports Association for People with Learning Disability. Don’t forget to regularly check the live newsfeed on our home page too. It provides daily information from a range of newspapers, articles and reports from around the country so you can keep up to date every day!
BT seeking nominations for "Everyday People on the Road to 2012"
9th November 2009
BT has launched their "Everyday Heroes" competition and is looking for nominations. The competition recognises people working behind the scenes to make the London 2012 Games a success. This could mean coaches giving up their free time to train athletes, fundraisers or even mini bus drives taking athletes to training.
The winner will have their photo taken by a top photographer. The photo will be put in the National Portrait Gallery in London. They may also win £5,000 to be shared between them and the person who nominated them.
Click here for entry forms and terms and conditions on BT’s website.
UK Disabled People’s Council launch their new website
9th November 2009
The UK Disabled People’s Council (UKDPC) has launched its new website.
UKDPC was set up in 1981 by disabled people, to promote full equality and participation in UK society and to strengthen the voice of disabled people in the UK.
Click here to look at their new website click here
The Paralympian – Issue Number 3 (2009)
3rd November 2009
Read the latest version of the online magazine – “The Paralympian”. This is an official IPC publication. Page 17 is dedicated to the work and research being undertaken by INAS-FID and IPC and outlines the eligibility requirements and highlights how the research has developed to determine sports specific criteria.
Read The Paralympian here (pdf)
New Football appointment in Scotland
30th October 2009
Scottish Disability Sport (SDS) has announced the appointment of Greig Taylor into the new and exciting position of Assistant National Football Development Officer. The post is supported by the Scottish FA and Sport Scotland. The main aim of the post is to increase opportunities for players with a disability to access football across Scotland.
For further information, contact Greig Taylor at Scottish Disability Sport on 0788 322 7833 or email greig.taylor@scottishdisabilitysport.com
NEW "ATHLETE PROFILE" SECTION OF WEBSITE LAUNCHED
29th October 2009
Do you want to know more about athletes with learning disability who have reached the top of their sport? Then have a look at the new “Athlete Profile” section of the UKSA website.
This has individual sports profiles of Britain’s top athletes with learning disability, including their performance history, details about their life and interests, their ambitions for the future as well as a gallery of photos.
We will be adding more athletes to the site in the weeks to come, so check back regularly to see if your favourite sports star’s details have been added.
Any questions on the Athlete Profile section should be made to the UK Sports Association office.
WATCH HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE IPC EUROPEAN CHAMPIONSHPS ON BBC iPLAYER
29th October 2009
Watch race highlights for the GB Team, including races for swimmers with learning disability (S14 classification) on BBC iPlayer. There are also interviews with Dan Pepper, Craig Rodgie, Natalie Massey and Stephanie Bird. The highlights are available on BBC iPlayer until Wednesday 4th November 2009.
Watch highlights on BBC iPlayer by clicking here.
CONGRATULATIONS TO TEAM GB AT THE IPC EUROPEAN SWIMMING CHAMPIONSHIPS & SEE RACE HIGHLIGHTS
29th October 2009
Congratulations to Team GB on an impressive medal haul at the Championships recently held in Reykjavik, Iceland. The GB Team won 39 gold, 32 silver and 23 bronze medals.
There were 7 athletes with learning disability (S14 classification) competing in Team GB. This is the first time athletes with learning disability have competed at an IPC Swimming Championships since the IPC ban in 2000.
Particular congratulations go to Craig Rodgie, Dan Pepper, Ben Procter, Nick Boylan, Natalie Massey, Stephanie Bird and Amberley Hoar on their medal success and contribution to Team GB.
See the full event results on the Championship website.
Watch highlights of the event on BBC iPlayer by clicking here.
BRITISH SWIMMERS SUCCEED AT THE 2009 IPC EUROPEAN SWIMMING CHAMPIONSHIPS, ICELAND
21st October 2009
The 2009 IPC Swimming Championships have opened in Reykjavic, Iceland on Saturday 17th October with day three bringing medal success for British Swimmers with a learning disability. 7 swimmers with learning disability were selected by British Swimming to compete in this important event. Follow the British Team’s successes and all the results and news from the event by logging onto the event website; www.ifsport.is/ec2009/default.asp.
Joint Motion to IPC General Assembly Announced
19th October 2009
INAS-FID has released details of the motion being proposed to the membership of the IPC General Assembly at its November meeting in Kuala Lumpur. Significantly this is a joint motion from both INAS-FID and the IPC Governing Board clearly advocating the re-inclusion of athletes with intellectual disability into the Paralympic Games - starting with London 2012.
The motion shows that the IPC Governing Board has accepted fully the work of the Joint Working Group on classification procedures. It is the first time that a joint motion has been achieved and if agreed by the membership of IPC when they vote at the General Assembly, will end the 9 long years of the IPC ban.
Read the full details in the UKSA update letter here (pdf)
Read the full INAS-FID President's newsletter here (pdf)
Medal Success for British Athletes at Global Games
14th July 2009
Gold Medallist, Monique Davis in action
8 Gold, 9 silver and 7 bronze medals, together with 1 World Record and a number of personal bests from a talented team of 25 British athletes at the INAS-FID Global Games.
Yesterday marked the end of a challenging 10 days for the small but strong British Team managed and selected by the UK Sports Association for People with Learning Disability (UKSA).
Exceptional individual performances from sprinters Allan Stuart (Glasgow) and Monique Davis (Croydon), together with swimmers Dan Pepper (Poynton) and Craig Moate (Barking) resulted in individual gold. The dynamic combination in the men's relay swim teams including Pepper and Moate, with Craig Rodgie (Fife), Ben Procter (Newquay) and Nick Boylan (Ashford) resulted in two additional gold medals and a new world record for Team GB in the 4 x 100 medley. A range of performances from across the British Team comprising experienced and first time internationals saw athletes achieve numerous finals, personal bests and many impressive performances.
Read the full press release (pdf)
See the full results from the Global Games (pdf 4Mb)
BRITISH SWIMMING PUBLISH EUROPEAN SWIMMING SELECTION POLICY FOR S14 COMPETITORS
8th May 2009
British Swimming has confirmed that athletes with learning disability (S14 swimmers) will be eligible for consideration for Team GB to the 2009 IPC European Championships in Iceland. Today, the British Swimming selection policy and standards have been published.
Trials will take place during the weekend of 15th -17th May as part of the British International Swimming Championships in Sheffield. British Swimming will announce Team GB on 20th May 2009.
Download the British Swimming Selection policy here.
Download the British Swimming female standards here.
Download the British Swimming male standards here.
Download the IPC entry criteria for the event here.
POSITIVE MOVES BY INTERNATIONAL PARALYMPIC COMMITTEE
1st May 2009
The INAS-FID Executive Committee reported at the recent INAS-FID General Assembly that IPC have officially "recognised" the 2009 INAS-FID Global Games. Additionally it has been confirmed that the 2009 IPC European Swimming Championships in Iceland in October 2009 will include events for swimmers with learning disability (S14). This is a significant move forward as this will be the first event at which athletes with learning disability are permitted to compete since the Paralympic ban.
Great Britain welcomes these important decisions from the IPC and believes that they demonstrate the positive level of co-operation between INAS-FID and IPC as they work together to re-introduce athletes with intellectual disability into the Paralympic Games.
INAS-FID GENERAL ASSEMBLY APPROVES WORKING GROUP ACTION PLAN
30th April 2009
At the INAS-FID General Assembly in Puerto Rico on 25th April 2009, the member nations unanimously approved the Action Plan and work of the Joint INAS-FID/IPC Working Party. The Working Party continues to work to find a way in which athletes with intellectual disability may be re-included in the London 2012 Paralympic Games.
The General Assembly recognised that there is still a tremendous amount of work that needs to be put in place before the IPC General Assembly in November, however, it was agreed that a lot of positive steps had already been taken, that INAS-FID and IPC were working well together and that re-inclusion in London 2012 remains has moved a step closer.
Some of the work of the joint Working Group will be tested at the 2009 Global Games.
ACTION PLAN APPROVED BY INTERNATIONAL PARALYMPIC COMMITTEE (IPC)
9th April 2009
The IPC released a statement on 31st March which said they are pleased with the progress being made and approved the action plan submitted by the INAS-FID/IPC Working Party. This is another important step in the work to re-include athletes with learning disability back in the Paralympic Games.
Read the full IPC statement here.
The General Assembly of INAS-FID will meet on 23rd - 27th April 2009 in Puerto Rico to discuss the detail of the action plan, how it will be put in place and what this means for each member nation. UKSA is the official member of INAS-FID and will represent Great Britain at the General Assembly.
TRAIN TO BE A FOOTBALL COACH!
31st March 2009
Coach-ability is run by London Sports Forum for Disabled People. It supports disabled people living in London to become sports coaches.
London Sports Forum for Disabled People is offering an FA Level 1 Certificate in Coaching Football. The course will take 5 days and support is given to help people to manage the coursework and learning.
The dates are 20th April to 25th April 2009, 9am to 5pm, in London.
If you are interested in becoming a Football Coach, contact Shaun Powell for more information. Telephone 020 7717 1699 or email shaun@londonsportsforum.org.uk
2009 IPC EUROPEAN SWIMMING CHAMPIONSHIPS, ICELAND
29 March 2009
British Swimming and the UK Sports Association have discussed whether swimmers with learning disability (S14) will be part of the British Swimming Team GB competing at the IPC European Championships in Iceland this October.
British Swimming wants to include S14 swimmers, but must wait for the IPC decision on whether events for S14 swimmers will be included and what IPC say will be the eligibility and classification criteria. This decision will depend upon the work being carried out by the IPC and INAS-FID Working Party.
British Swimming has released the following statement:
2009 IPC European Swimming Championships Selection Policy
and Qualifying Standards for S14 athletes
It is British Swimming's intention to select S14 athletes for the 2009 IPC European Swimming Championships if IPC agree to include events for S14 athletes, however, the IPC have yet to establish and publish both the classification eligibility criteria and the events that will be offered for S14 athletes. British Swimming will continue to press IPC on this matter.
Due to this British Swimming is currently unable to publish the selection criteria and qualifying standards for S14 athletes. The S14 selection policy and qualifying standards will be consistent with all other section criteria for those events which we understand will be part of this Championships. British Swimming will publish the S14 selection policy and qualifying times as soon as IPC have published their classification eligibility criteria and events being offered.
If you have any questions about the statement or the IPC event, please contact the UK Sports Association on 020 7490 3057.
CYCLING SELECTION POLICY FOR 2009 GLOBAL GAMES
20th March 2009
UKSA has published the selection criteria for Cycling for athletes and staff to be considered for the 2009 INAS-FID Global Games in the Czech Republic, 5th - 14th July 2009.
You can read the policy in the GB Selection Policy section of this site.
Only athletes who have an INAS-FID classification are eligible for selection. See earlier announcements regarding classification deadlines for the Global Games.
UK Athletics launch the Aviva Parallel Success Championships
16th March 2009
UK Athletics have launched the Aviva Parallel Success Championships. This new event is scheduled for 9th and 10th May 2009 in London as part of The Middlesex County Championships. The event is open to athletes from across the UK. If you are interested in entering the event visit the UK Athletics website for more information. A copy of the entry form can be downloaded here (Opens PDF).
Closing date for entries is Tuesday 28th April 2009.
All athletes with learning disability will need to have either a UK or INAS-FID classification. If you need advice on how to get a classification then speak to your Home Country Association or contact us here at the UK Sports Association office.
PARALYMPIC WORLD CUP TICKETS ON SALE NOW!
13th March 2009
To get your tickets to see the Paralympic World Cup in Manchester between 20th - 25th May 2009, telephone the ticket hotline on 0844 847 1622.
Wheelchair Basketball Manchester Regional Arena 20th-23rd May
Track Cycling Manchester Velodrome 20th - 22nd May
Athletics Manchester Regional Arena 24th May
Swimming Manchester Aquatics Centre 24th - 25th May
You can also log onto www.btparalympicworldcup.com for more information.
WORK EXPERIENCE OPPORTUNITY WITH BBC AND PARALYMPIC WORLD CUP
13th March 2009
BBC Sport and Radio Manchester are looking for a talented person with a disability who loves sport and is interested in learning about TV and radio broadcasting. If you're that person, then this is an ideal opportunity
BBC is offering of a 2 week work experience placement. During the placement the successful person will see how radio and television programmes are made and how web pages are built. The 2 week placement will focus on sport and in particular the BT Paralympic World Cup. The Paralympic World Cup takes place in Manchester between 20th to 25th May 2009.
Other things you will work on are press conferences and setting up athlete interviews at the Paralympic Cup itself. You will be working alongside BBC staff as they write the articles and film some of the footage for the event. You will also be asked to tell BBC your opinion about their coverage of disability sport - what they do well and what they could do better and what they could change to improve their coverage.
BBC will want to know what support you will need if you are offered the work placement. They will provide expenses of £10 per day
IMPORTANT DEADLINES
- You will need to apply to the BBC by Tuesday 31st March 2009.
- Interviews will be held during the week of Monday 20th April 2009.
- The successful person will start their placement on Monday 18th May 2009 to Friday 29th May 2009.
To find out more about the work placement follow this link
For information on the Paralympic World Cup click here
If you have any problems with accessing the online application, please contact the BBC's recruitment team at 0370 333 1330
INAS-FID ANTI DOPING GUIDANCE
12th March 2009
INAS-FID has updated its anti doping guidance in line with the World Anti Doping Authority rules (WADA). It is very important that all athletes, coaches, event organisers and sport technical officers should read and understand what doping controls mean for them. To read the INAS-FID policies click here
Check on the UKSA site later this month when more information about doping controls will appear.
COUNCIL AWARDS FUNDING TO TALENTED BRITISH ATHLETE
12th March 2009
British record holder and swimming gold medallist Nicholas Boylan was among 20 top level athletes selected from the Kent region to receive an award of £1,000 from Kent County Council to support his training and sporting ambitions.
Kent County Council Cabinet Member for Communities Mike Hill said: "We are delighted to be able to offer support to these promising athletes on their bid for Olympic and Paralympic success. To be recognised by their national sports organisations shows their exceptional abilities and I look forward to hearing about their promising futures."
The athletes will also benefit from a year long sport science support programme; branded sports clothing and access to workshops and training.
Nicholas is a British record holder in the 200m backstroke and achieved gold at the 2008 INAS-FID European Swimming Championships in Poland in the 200m backstroke and team relay. He has recently been selected by the UK Sports Association to represent Great Britain at the 2009 Global Games.
Read his full sports profile here
UK SPORTS ASSOCIATION APPOINTS VICE CHAIR
9th March 2009
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The UK Sports Association is pleased to announce that Janice Eaglesham was elected as Vice Chair at its recent Board of Directors meeting.
Based in Glasgow, Janice has worked for the Disability Sports Team at Glasgow City Council for the past 24 years. She has had a close association with Scottish Disability Sport for 27 years and been involved with UKSA since 1980, becoming a Trustee in 2003. Her sports interest began as an athlete herself competing for Edinburgh Southern Harriers and in 1990 she co-founded with her husband Ian, Red Star AC - an athletics club for people with a disability.
Janice is an experienced athletics coach and worked with Richie Collins, in his preparation for the 1994 World Championships and 1996 Paralympic Games, where he won 2 bronze medals and during 2006-2008, Libby Clegg, who achieved silver at the 2006 World Championships in Assen and a silver in the 2008 Beijing Paralympic Games.
"Janice is dedicated to sport for disabled people and in particular people with learning disability" says Bernard Atha, Chairman UKSA, "I'm delighted to welcome her to the new role on the Board".
British Swimming Team to 2009 Global Games Announced
6th March 2009
The UK Sports Association for People with Learning Disability has announced the talented team of 8 elite swimmers representing Great Britain at the 2009 INAS-FID Global Games in the Czech Republic in July.
The 2009 Team has been named as Ben Procter (Oldham), Dan Pepper (Poynton), Craig Rodgie (Dalgety Bay), Craig Moate (Barking), Nicholas Boylan (Ashford), Matthew Bell (Newtownards), Jack Thomas (Swansea) and Stephanie Bird (Lowestoft).
Supported by GB Team Manager, Wendy Thomas (Swansea), Head Coach, Mark Thomas (Swansea) and Coach, Mark Watson (Pembrokeshire), the Team is keen to retain its impressive medal tally and Champion status from the 2008 INAS-FID European Swimming Championships in Poland .
"I am looking forward to working with this exciting GB Team at the 2nd Global Games", says Mark Thomas, Head Coach. "They are a great group of elite athletes who are highly committed and motivated to be the best in the world. It'll be a tough challenge to become the Swimming World Champions; there are some very impressive teams from other countries, but we will be aiming for the top!"
"We've got high expectations for our swimmers, comments Tracey McCillen, National Director, UK Sports Association for People with Learning Disability, "It's a strong team and I am confident they will do their job as athletes well". I am also delighted to welcome our Chef de Mission, Verona Elder MBE who is an experienced athlete and Commonwealth Games Gold medallist. This is a critical event for our athletes as the eyes of the sports world will be on the Global Games for a number of reasons, not least of which is it will be the first time the outcomes from the work of the joint INAS-FID/IPC Working Group will be tested in anticipation of inclusion in the London 2012 Paralympic Games".
Swimming events at the INAS-FID Global Games are run under INAS-FID and FINA regulations. The Games is a multi sport event at which over 2000 athletes with intellectual disability from across the world are expected to compete between 5th - 14th July 2009.
The ban on athletes with intellectual disability competing in the Paralympic Games, imposed after the Sydney 2000 Games continues. The joint Working Party of the International Paralympic Committee (IPC) and the International Sports Federation (INAS-FID) continues to look at how athletes with intellectual disability will be re-admitted. The IPC decision on inclusion in London 2012 is expected in November 2009.
UKSA working with its members and organisations across the UK, has led a campaign since 2001 for the ban to be lifted. UKSA urges Government to address the lack of funding for athletes across the UK as a result of the IPC ban and LOCOG, the Mayor of London and MP's to ensure that athletes are re-admitted in time for London 2012.
2009 UK School Games Open to Swimmers with Learning Disability
6th March 2009
Swimming events for young athletes with learning disability at the UK School Games are set to open up for the first time, following an agreement reached between the Youth Sport Trust, British Swimming and the UK Sports Association for People with Learning Disability.
The Youth Sport Trust announced this week that athletes with learning disability (S14 disability category) will be eligible to compete in swimming at the 2009 UK School Games. S14 competitors must have an INAS-FID classification and will be eligible for selection by their respective team within the multi disability events.
"This is a significant development and illustrates the positive change in attitude to sport for athletes with learning disability," comments Tracey McCillen, National Director, UK Sports Association for People with Learning Disability. "I am grateful for the commitment from the Youth Sport Trust and Governing Bodies in Swimming and Table Tennis to reach this point; but it doesn't stop here as there is still much more work to be done to ensure our athletes have the same opportunities in other sports events across the UK as well as access to funding to support them on this competitive pathway."
Following a nationwide campaign in 2008, table tennis was the first event to be included in the UK School Games for athletes with learning disability, but on an exhibition basis, which will be repeated in 2009. Discussions continue regarding the 2009 athletics event.
The UK Sports Association for People with Learning Disability will continue to work with its Member Organisations, the Youth Sports Trust and Sports Governing Bodies to ensure there are clear competitive pathways for young athletes with learning disability to access the UK School Games and other opportunities on the sports performance pathway.
The UK School Games is a competitive event for young athletes of school age from across the UK. The event is scheduled for 3rd - 6th September 2009 in Cardiff. It aims to provide talented young sports people with the opportunity to compete in an event which aims to mirror the experience of competing at a major multi-sport event such as the Olympic and Paralympic Games.
Global Games Selection Policies Published
5th February 2009
UKSA has published the performance standards and selection criteria in both Athletics and Table Tennis for athletes and staff to be considered for the 2009 INAS-FID Global Games in the Czech Republic, 5th - 14th July 2009.
For Athletics - information from staff and athletes should reach UKSA by 19th February 2009.
For Table Tennis - information from staff and athletes should reach UKSA by 20th February 2009.
All players and interested staff should contact their own Home Country Association in the first instance for guidance on what is required.
Copies of both selection policies and the "Expression of Interest" forms can be found in the GB Selection Policies section of this site.
Only athletes who have an INAS-FID classification are eligible for selection. See earlier announcements regarding classification deadlines for the Global Games.
Classification Announcement for 2009 Global Games
16 January 2009
INAS-FID has announced a final classification deadline for new INAS-FID registrations/classifications for the 2009 Global Games.
To meet the INAS-FID deadline, The UK Sports Association will require all new applications to reach the UKSA office by 9am on Friday 20th March 2009. Applications received in the UKSA office after this date are unlikely to be processed as a priority or in time for the 2009 Global Games.
This does not change the UKSA policy on athlete selection to the Games. All athletes must be possession of an INAS-FID registration/classification number at the point of selection to Team GB, otherwise they will not be considered. There are no exceptions to this policy.
All INAS-FID applications must only be made on version 2 of the INAS-FID form - a copy can be found in Athlete Classification Procedures.
Any queries on Athlete Classification should be directed firstly to the relevant Home Country Association contact.
UK Delegate elected to INAS-FID European Executive
1 December 2008
Congratulations to Chris Hindley FCCA who was elected Treasurer for INAS-FID Europe for the next 4 years. Elections took place at the INAS-FID Europe General Assembly in Gavle, Sweden on 23rd November 2008 at which 16 European nations were present.
Chris was nominated by the UK Sports Association for People with Learning Disability and has been on the European Executive since 2004. He also supports UKSA as its Treasurer sitting on the UKSA Board of Directors.
Visit us at the “Learning Disability Today” Exhibition in London
7 November 2008
UKSA, together with the FA and Special Olympics, are hosting the Sports Zone on 27th November 2008 at the Business Design Centre in Islington, London. The Exhibition brings together a full seminar programme, 60 exhibitors and different interactive zones. Over 2,500 visitors are expected. If you are interested in sport, but don’t know where to start, come and visit us in the Sports Zone on the day!
For further information on the Exhibition log onto www.pavpub.com/pavpub/ldtoday/LondonNov2008
Success for British Table Tennis Team in Spain
31st October 2008
Team GB returned home with Gold and Silver courtesy of great play from Adam Thompson, Victoria Bromley and Jacqueline Smith. This is the first time that this Team has reached the podium and marks a great achievement for the whole team. Read the full story here.
Success for UKSA runners in the 2008 Royal Parks Half Marathon Challenge
13th October 2008
To raise money for The UK Sports Association, runners took part in the 2008 Royal parks Half Marathon in Hyde Park, London on Sunday 12th October. The unique 13.1 mile route wound through Hyde Park, Kensington Gardens, Green Park, St James's Park and along the River Thames, taking in superb views of Buckingham Palace, the Houses of Parliament, Marble Arch, the London Eye and the Royal Albert Hall and will give each of the 12,500 runners a true feeling of running in one the Worlds most stunning capital cities!
Congratulations to Mya Stevens and Eve Leonard who completed the event in under 3 hours and raised money for UKSA too. If you would like to acknowledge their achievement by making a donation, log onto www.bmycharity.com and search for “The UK Sports Association” to make a donation! Plans for next years event is already underway, so if you are interested in a place in this exciting event, contact us at UKSA.
Team GB to European Table Tennis Championships
6th October 2008
The Great Britain Table Tennis Team is in the final stages of preparation for the 2008 European Table Tennis Championships in Valencia in Spain. Led by GB Team Manager, Dennis Beech, a team of 8 talented athletes will leave the UK on Monday 20th October for 5 days of intensive competition. With some of Europe’s top players on the Team, hopes are high for British success. For more information on the British Team Entry contact UKSA.
UKSA Response to the INAS-FID and IPC Statement
15th September 2008
The UK Sports Association responded to the Joint Statement issued on Saturday. UKSA is disappointed that the IPC have delayed the decision to include athletes with learning disability in the Paralympic Games until November 2009. Read UKSA's full response here (pdf).
INAS-FID and IPC issue a Joint Statement
13th September 2008
INAS-FID and IPC issued a joint statement today giving details of the progress of their work to get athletes with learning disability back into the Paralympic Games. Read the full statement here (pdf).
British Athletes invited to be part of London 2012 Handover Ceremonies
24th August 2008
As two of the most successful GB athletes in recent times, GB swimmers, Nicholas Boylan and Dan Pepper were invited to raise the 2012 flag at the official Handover Ceremonies of the Olympic Games from Beijing to London on 24th August 2008 in their home counties of Kent and Cheshire.
Joining the impressive line up was GB staff member and Paralympic Medallist, Francis Dart, who was invited to do the same at a Handover Ceremony in Reading.
All three sportsmen have recently returned with Team GB from the 2008 European Swimming Championships in Poland, where Team GB were crowned European Champions.
Preparation underway for the 2009 INAS-FID Global Games
The second INAS-FID Global Games will take place in Liberec, Czech Republic, 5th -12th July 2009. UKSA will be sending a Great Britain Team to the Games. It is anticipated that the Team will have athletes from Scotland, Wales, England and Northern Ireland, all competing together as Great Britain. More here...
Changes to UK Registration System
The UK Sports Association for People with Learning Disability (UKSA), together with its member organisations have been reviewing the basis on which UK registrations are granted to athletes in Northern Ireland, England, Scotland and Wales. More here...
