Scottish Athletics say Gordon's feedback has been passed to a UK Athletics review of safeguarding proceduresThere are "big questions" as to whether Scottish Athletics is prioritising the welfare of young athletes, says former pole vaulter Anna Gordon. Last year Gordon, 23, held talks with Scottish Athletics as she felt the procedures and support for athletes reporting abuse were inadequate. If that's their belief - that young athletes do come first - then more action needs to be done to show that." She claims Scottish Athletics were supportive of the idea, but after emailing further details in December 2019, has yet to receive a response. Welfare officer Angus Macdonald added Scottish Athletics has "robust and highly-regarded safeguarding procedures", changes to which "require careful consideration and take time."

Source: BBC June 24, 2020 07:18 UTC