Code of Conduct for Members

last updated June 2019

  1. To be respectful, considerate, patient, tolerant and inclusive towards other members, prospective members and members of the public irrespective of age, gender, orientation, nationality, race or religion.
  2. To not bring the club into disrepute through actions, public statements or on social media
  3. Take responsibility for making the club a friendly and enjoyable experience.
  4. To report any inappropriate behaviour swiftly to a member of the Club Committee.
  5. To pay the appropriate club subscriptions in a timely manner.
  6. In the eventthat you are selected to play representative matches for the club, to join the English Chess Federation so that your competitive games can be rated.
  7. To observe the rules of chess.
  8. To protect and keep secure the club equipment.
  9. Make an effort sometimes to help setup and/or put away the equipment after a game.
  10. If playing at home in a pub venue, to buy at least one drink at the bar.
  11. If playing a competitive match, not to eat a hot meal in the playing area.
  12. To offer to cover fuel costs if given a lift for a match