The International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) is responsible for the rules of Ice Hockey. Rules are reviewed on an ongoing basis and there is normally a new addition published annually. These laws of the game are supplemented by operational rules imposed at National Governing Body level. In the UK, this is IHUK and England Ice Hockey.
England Ice Hockey’s rules and regulations are reviewed on a regular basis and updated annually as a minimum. Please see the relevant sections below.
England Ice Hockey is responsible for setting the standards and values that apply at every level of ice hockey.
Ice hockey should be an inclusive, down-to-earth community where everyone feels welcome and can have fun. Through shared values and purpose, we believe we can uphold the highest levels of integrity and create a welcoming environment in which every person can be and feel involved.
The Code of Conduct and Ethics applies to all of our clubs, teams, players, coaches, managers, off-ice officials, parents, volunteers and staff.
As ice hockey’s governing body in England and Wales, safeguarding is a fundamental aspect of England Ice Hockey’s role, and of its affiliated members.
Collectively, we have an ongoing duty to ensure the game is a safe, positive and enjoyable experience for the millions of children, young people and adults who regularly play, watch, coach, referee and volunteer.
England Ice Hockey will challenge conduct that does not comply with its safeguarding framework policies and procedures, and any behaviour that has or is likely to pose a risk of harm to children or young people in hockey.
The full framework of Safeguarding Regulations can be found here.
These Regulations set out a framework for England Hockey to investigate and decide upon such matters and the disciplinary actions that may be taken. For more information, please see the dedicated Safeguarding section of our website.
England Ice Hockey is committed to ensuring a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment for all participants involved in the sport.
We have clear complaints and reporting procedures to ensure we are upholding the best possible standards across our sport, alongside an effective Department of Player Safety who administer and enforce the rules that govern the sport in England and Wales through robust disciplinary policies and procedures.
The GDPR applies to you if you collect any personal data in running your club (which you definitely will do if you have any members). This includes searchable paper records. GDPR refers to data controllers (those who own and control the data) and data processors (anyone who processes data on behalf of a data controller).
Data must be:
Our privacy statement is located here