On the 22nd October 2020, we had the fortune of holding the Annual BASL Debate. As with anything in 2020, it was quite different than years past. However, in spite of the virtual nature of the event, and the lack of formal networking that typically accompanies it, the debate was...
Athlete welfare and the duty of care in sport Proposition: “Athletes are suffering from a lack of protection and representation on fundamental issues of welfare and safety”. The British Association for Sport and Law (BASL) is excited to announce details of the 2020 BASL Debate. Join us online on 22 October 2020...
Following the overwhelming support and success of last year’s annual conference held at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, it is with regret that the BASL’s board have decided to postpone the scheduled conference in February 2021 due to Covid-19. As well as an esteemed line up, one of the conference’s important...
Gender & Eligibility in Sport: is it ever justifiable for sporting rules to prevent an athlete from competing within their gender category based on their physical attributes?