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THE LEGAL PROTECTION OF MINORS IN SPORT IN THE UNITED KINGDOM

In the United Kingdom (UK), the legal protection of minors, that is, persons under the age of 18, in sport focuses on safeguarding them from abuse and harm and applies and enforces a duty of care on sports organisations and coaches. This is achieved through statutory legislation,