Anti Doping
Drugs and Sports Law Drug use is seen by many as the main scourge of modern day sport. more
Dispute Resolution
As the world becomes more litigious, the likelihood of hearing the words “see you in court” increases. An injury, a selection issue, a disciplinary matter or eligibility to play for a sports team have all recently resulted in high-profile legal more
GrievanceProcedures
There are a growing number of legal cases arising out of disciplinary and grievance procedures in Northern Ireland. Most sport in Northern Ireland is amateur, both taking part and administrating. Clubs, societies and governing bodies are run by more
Sponsoring and Merchandising
Marketing Sports Products Sport is big business. In 2008 in Northern Ireland £688 million was spent by consumers on sport related goods and services. Sport related activity added £638.6 million to the Northern Ireland economy, and 17,900 people more
Sport Governance
Simply put, sport governance is the means by which a sporting governning body runs its affairs. Members of sports clubs have a quasi-contractual relationship with the clubs and organisations that they join. With sporting bodies and sports clubs more