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A Review of the recommendations of the \u27Report of the Sports Betting Integrity Panel\u27 in assessing the progress towards tackling Match-fixing in Sport
Get PDFA recent influx in match-fixing occurrences has led to a loss of faith in sports governing bodies regarding the prevention of (and response to) match-fixing. Ultimately this had led to the current state of ambiguous regulation and discipline, and uncertainty both over how the rules should be implemented and how athletes and officials should be sanctioned.
This paper analyses the recommendations posed by Rick Parry\u27s “Report of the Sports Betting Integrity Panel 2002” and considers whether any of the conclusions of the 2002 report have been taken on board by the relevant bodies The paper also evaluates whether the absence of a national or global agency to govern match-fixing (for example like WADA - the World Anti-Doping Agency does within anti-doping) has compounded these difficulties, particularly in relation to understanding the policies and procedures surrounding this branch of corruption. The paper will finally conclude by evaluating whether match-fixing remains as prominent and as unregulated as ever or whether the issue can be excused by a lack of funding, priority or severity
Let me take a #Selfie: An analysis of how cycling should respond to the increasing threats posed by exuberant spectators?
Get PDFThe nature of road cycling raises a number of specific challenges for organisers, particularly in relation to the close proximity between the riders and spectators during the race. Indeed, in many events, supporters are allowed to mass on the side of the road without any barriers or stewards to stop incidents. However, while this proximity can be highly positive and generates atmosphere and engagement with the sport, it also makes it difficult to ensure the safety of both riders and spectators. This paper will examine this spectator/rider relationship and discuss how reckless behaviour (by both parties) has led to an increased number of incidents, injuries and near-misses. The article will also examine the implications of the recent craze of spectator "selfies" as the riders are coming towards them
Crazy Horses? Exploring the risk to spectators at Equestrian events
Get PDFIn addition to the risks common to other sporting competitions, equestrian events also have potential risks for visitors due to the inherent unpredictability of the horses being displayed. They are by nature, flight animals which may mean that in the event of an incident during a race or competition, a horse might panic and encroach into the spectator area. If an injury subsequently occurs as a result of this, an injured spectator may be prohibited from recovering damages depending on their purpose within that area and the degree to which they have consented to the risk.
This paper will explore the rationale behind when, where and how this consent has occurred, looking particularly at where the risks may be exacerbated due to the inexperience of the participants, spectators and the event organisers; the paper will examine whether the recent Northern Ireland negligence case of Browning v. Odyssey Trust Company Ltd & Belfast Giants 2008 Ltd has implications for spectator safety and will conclude by arguing that three areas in particular (the liabilities towards spectators, media personnel and officials) merit further research and clarity
Is Twitter an appropriate tool to enhance engagement in HE?
No full textA reflective evaluation of teaching practice in the area of Social Welfare Law identified a lack of engagement and absence of contemporary tools in teaching. The evaluation identified recommendations for research into the use of social media in Higher Education and twitter was selected based on it’s focus on social interaction; with the intention of identifying whether its use would be appropriate in the HE environment
Student reflective response to ‘Reimagining reflective practice in the dance technique class’ by Rachel Rimmer
Get PDFA student reflective response to \u27Reimagining reflective practice in the dance technique class\u27 by Rachel Rimme
A Critical analysis of the 2011 Rugby World Cup
Get PDFThe Rugby World Cup 2011 took place in New Zealand between 9th September and 24th October 2011. For rugby fans, the opening ceremony was a truly dazzling affair and was most certainly a world apart from the comparatively low-budget, inaugural tournament launched by the International Rugby Board (“IRB”) in 1987. This article will examine various significant aspects of the planning of the Rugby World Cup, the identification of risks associated with such an event and the control thereof both in the lead up to and during the event. In particular, the article will question whether the spectacle at Eden Park was a true reflection of how well the tournament had been planned or whether it was simply a lavish attempt to cover up cracks developing behind the scenes at the beginning of the tournament. The article will conclude by arguing that it is ultimately the identification, assessment and control of the risks affecting a major event which determines its success (or otherwise)
The 2006 Tour of Britain cycle race - An analysis of the management of participant and spectator safety
Get PDFThis paper analyses the 2006 edition of the Tour of Britain cycle race and considers how the safety risks to participants and spectators were managed, both in the planning and execution of the event. The 2006 Tour has been chosen principally because it was marked by a number of serious safety incidents including a motorcycle crash on the final stage which injured a number of spectators. These incidents – and their underlying causes – highlight the difference between the identification of risks in advance of an event and their management in a ‘live’ environment. In addition the 2006 Tour raises a number of interesting legal issues regarding the liability of event organisers and governing bodies under both statute and common law negligence – in particular how the relevant duties of care are, in certain circumstances, capable of being applied to event organisers and governing bodies. Given the increasing popularity of road cycling in the UK and the growing number of events taking place on public roads, this is a legal area that will be worth watching closely
From rags to riches: the rise and rise of the UFC (or will oversaturation lead to its downfall?)
Get PDFIn 1993, the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) promoted a “no holds barred” mixed-martial arts contest designed to answer the perennial combat sports fans\u27 question - can a wrestler beat a boxer?
Considerable blood, sweat and (some) tears later, the UFC has turned into a multimedia corporate behemoth. This article will analyse the origins of the Ultimate fighting Championship and its continued struggle to gain mainstream acceptance and regulatory approval. In particular, the article will analyse how the UFC has shifted between subscription-based channels, event pay-per-view television, free-to-air shows and non-traditional media channels such as social media and user-generated content depending on how acceptable its product was deemed for the public.
The article will conclude by arguing that while UFC has expanded globally and now dominates the mixed-martial arts industry, the ever-increasing demand for high-quality events taking place against a backdrop of corporate respectability, may eventually alienate its core market and lead to an ultimely demise…
Security at the Games: Things can only get better or where\u27s my Crystal Ball?
Get PDFMajor international sporting events are much more than that. “Mega” sports events as they are sometimes known regularly celebrate the very best in elite sporting competition but they also provide opportunities for host countries way beyond simply the enjoyment of the sporting spectacle.
Bidding for and then hosting such events is a risky business. The risks are many and varied and start as soon as a country decides to bid to host. As such mitigating identified risks is a major part of the planning, preparation and management of the Games. Security is an obvious risk at Games-time. This paper will analyse the requirements for, and provision of, security and the issues around the procurement of security contracts at some of the more recent Commonwealth Games and the Olympic Games (and Paralympic Games) held in the UK. The paper will also consider how these UK-hosted mega-sporting events have taken heed (or not) of the lessons learned from previous events when contracting-out for such services. Security and crowd management is fast becoming one of the single biggest costs attributable to such events so the key message should be: start early, pay attention to detail, contract shrewdly and build in significant contingency