Scottish Golf is taking the spread of COVID-19 extremely seriously. Our number one priority remains the safety and wellbeing of our community of golfers, clubs, volunteers and staff, ensuring that everyone is able to enjoy our great sport in a safe environment.
The latest guidance for Golf Clubs and Golfers on the return to golf in Scotland can be viewed here.
This page will provide all key stakeholders with a timeline of updates from Scottish Golf in relation to COVID-19.
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Get the latest update below.
Get the latest guidance from Scottish Golf below.
Get the latest guidance from Scottish Golf below.
Get the latest guidance from Scottish Golf below.
Get the latest guidance from Scottish Golf below.
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Get the latest guidance below.
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Catch up on our latest Zoom Panel Call and find out how your club can express interest in the new Kickstart Scheme.
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The latest update from Scottish Golf.
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Find out more about this fantastic opportunity below.
The latest blog post from Harper Macleod LLP is available below.
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To get the latest version of Scottish Golf’s Phase 3 Guidance, please click below.
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Watch the full 30-minute Zoom Panel Call on WHS Readiness in full below.
Details of Scottish Golf’s next Zoom Panel Call can be found below.
The latest update for affiliated clubs is available below.
The latest update from Scottish Golf is available below.
The latest update from Scottish Golf is available below.
Details of new training for Safeguarding Officers available below.
Details of our next Zoom Panel Call available below.
To catch up on the latest Zoom Panel Call with Harper Mcleod LLP, please click below.
To find out more about the upcoming online workshops for Scottish Sports Clubs, please click below.
Details of Scottish Golf’s next Zoom Panel Call are available below.
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The previous hold placed on the processing of non-essential PVGs has been lifted and member clubs can start submitting PVG applications for processing once again.
Get all the details in our latest update below.
To access Scottish Golf’s Coaching Guidelines for clubs, please click below.
To read more about the increased demand for golf club membership and how Scottish Golf’s Venue Management System is supporting clubs tackle the challenges posed by COVID-19, click below.
Details of our next Zoom Panel Call, taking place on Monday 13 July, can be found below.
Find out how you can take advantage of Xact’s free Business Assist below.
For the latest update to our Phase 2 Guidance, please click below.
Find out more information about two new pots of funding available to Scottish Clubs below.
Find out more information on STRI’s new Project Pathfinder below.
Advice for Clubs who are seeking governance support around general meetings during the COVID-19 pandemic.
The latest update from Scottish Golf.
To access Scottish Golf’s Qualifying Competitions Guidelines, please click below.
Access the latest Phase 2 Guidance for Golf Clubs and Golfers in Scotland below.
Following the First Minister’s statement in parliament, please see latest update below.
The below Case Study features Lochend Golf Club in Edinburgh who have recently benefited from an application to the Third Sector Resilience Fund.
Following Scottish Golf’s Zoom panel webinar with panellists Davis Jones, from Davis Jones Consulting and Kenny Morrison, Managing Secretary at Paisley Golf Club, two short case studies have been produced from Cawder Golf Club and Tulliallan Golf Club, highlighting the success they have had in marketing themselves since the return of golf.
Watch the latest Zoom Panel Call on Membership Marketing below.
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The following update (Version 4) to the Essential Maintenance Statement for Golf Courses has been produced in association with BIGGA and is published in view of alteration to Government regulations in Scotland and Northern Ireland following those made in England and Wales.
The latest update from Scottish Golf.
The latest update from Scottish Golf following the First Minister’s announcement today.
Scottish Golf welcomes today’s announcement from The R&A following the launch of their £7m funding package for golf clubs affected by COVID-19.
We are now in the process of developing an application framework that aligns to the overarching criteria of the fund and will update all affiliated clubs here in Scotland of the next steps, outlining how and when applications can be made, before the end of the month.
The latest update from Scottish Golf
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On this week’s call, we will discuss:
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Harper Macleod LLP are appointed by sportscotland to provide legal services to Sport Governing Bodies (SGBs) and to support SGBs in the regulation and governance of sport in Scotland. As part of this service, sportscotland has asked Harper Macleod LLP to provide guidance for clubs. This is being offered as information only; the briefings and information hosted is provided on behalf of sportscotland and all SGBs supported under the expert resource programme.
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Facilitated by Scottish Golf’s Club Business Manager, Iain Evans, these calls will support all delegates by bringing together an expert panel from across the golf industry to deliver a range of advice, guidance and best practice during the COVID-19 outbreak.
Around £220 million of further grants are being made available for businesses to help them deal with the ongoing impact of the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.
The following update (Version 2) to the Essential Maintenance Statement for Golf Courses is published in view of the extension of the UK Government regulations, the changing seasonal climatic conditions and the need to utilise the time of reduced greenkeeping teams most effectively.
Please note that all scheduled safeguarding virtual training courses will go ahead as planned.
No further action is necessary for those already booked in, as links to the virtual classroom along with instructions will automatically be sent out a few days prior to the course.
An open letter from Eleanor Cannon, Chair of Scottish Golf.
2020 Scottish Golf National Championships cancelled. All 2020 performance programmes cancelled.
The PGA has launched a COVID-19 helpline to support PGA members, golf clubs and their management teams
PVG applications for anyone undertaking regulated work within golf are currently on hold until further notice.
The following industry statement sets out a reduced, essential maintenance regime for greenkeeping that protects workers, jobs and secures golfing facilities for the physical and mental wellbeing of millions of golfers who will resume play when social distancing rules are ended.
BIGGA CEO Jim Croxton will host a live webinar at 3pm on 26 March to discuss the organisation’s response to COVID-19.
Latest update on Government advice and financial support available to businesses in Scotland.
The latest have golf industry guidelines aim to help clubs make contingency plans for their business.
Scottish Golf has today received the following advice from the UK Government’s Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport:
Scottish Golf asks that all golfers in Scotland refrain from golfing until further notice.
Scottish Golf would strongly recommend that all affiliated golf clubs with locker room and changing facilities on site now close these at the earliest possible time.
All bar and dining facilities within clubhouses must now close with immediate effect.
Scottish Golf recognises that the latest change in Government advice may have an impact on our clubs and will further update once we have clarity from the Government on this.
📝 | Scottish Golf recognises that the latest change in Government advice may have an impact on our clubs.
— Scottish Golf (@ScottishGolf) March 20, 2020
We are seeking further clarity from Government on the latest advice specific to golf clubs and will provide all clubs with an update as soon as this is received. pic.twitter.com/kARrkL9QsX
Our new Virtual GolfSixes Challenge will provide children and families across Scotland with fun activities to keep them stimulated at home.
🧼| We all have a roll to play in #KeepingGolfSafe.
— Scottish Golf (@ScottishGolf) March 18, 2020
Here’s an important message from @EuropeanTour ⭐️ @RamsayGolf about washing your hands before and after your round of golf 👇
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The PGA, GCMA BIGGA and The R&A issue latest guidelines for club competitions and casual golf during COVID-19 outbreak.
Scottish Golf encourages golf clubs to share what they are doing to ensure golfers can enjoy our great game in a safe environment
Scottish Golf postpones grassroots golf programmes with immediate effect.
Affected programmes are:
Junior GolfSixes Leagues across Scotland
Girls Golf Hubs across Scotland
Advice on public gatherings and government support for businesses.
Scottish Golf cancels all non-essential face-to-face meetings until end of April.
How to contact the Scottish Golf team while remote working policies become active.
Scottish Golf cancels first three National Championships of 2020 season.
The cancelled events are: Boys Scottish Open (North Berwick), Girls Scottish Open (Powfoot) and Helen Holm Scottish Women’s Open (Royal Troon).
Scottish Golf cancels 2020 AGM scheduled for Sunday 15 March.
Working with industry partners, Scottish Golf highlighted industry guidelines for golf in response to COVID-19.