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Matt Bridgeman wrote: ↑Wed Aug 10, 2022 10:15 amThe English Bridge Union seem to have a law and ethics officer, but as stated there doesn’t seem to be a point of contact at the ECF that is obvious.
I was directed to [email protected] when I asked for some advice just under twelve months ago.Thomas Rendle wrote: ↑Wed Aug 10, 2022 9:55 amI think there needs to be a system in place where people feel comfortable coming forward. There's a reason there hasn't been a 'me too' moment in both English and International chess, it's not for the lack of cases (without commenting on specific allegations). What is the current procedure for reporting harrassment (sexual or otherwise) at a chess event in England? Ideally it wouldn't be done via this forum, which to be honest I try not to post on these days.
Thanks, that's useful to know.LawrenceCooper wrote: ↑Wed Aug 10, 2022 10:44 amI was directed to [email protected] when I asked for some advice just under twelve months ago.Thomas Rendle wrote: ↑Wed Aug 10, 2022 9:55 amI think there needs to be a system in place where people feel comfortable coming forward. There's a reason there hasn't been a 'me too' moment in both English and International chess, it's not for the lack of cases (without commenting on specific allegations). What is the current procedure for reporting harrassment (sexual or otherwise) at a chess event in England? Ideally it wouldn't be done via this forum, which to be honest I try not to post on these days.
David - you do understand how these sort of general comments about Amanda Ross can be taken as an attack on her credibility in respect of the specific allegations don't you?David Sedgwick wrote: ↑Tue Aug 09, 2022 9:32 pm
As to how credible she was when she appeared before the ECF Council, then, to quote a well known statement, recollections may vary. Obviously that was in a totally different context.
David Sedgwick wrote: ↑Tue Aug 09, 2022 9:32 pmAs to how credible she was when she appeared before the ECF Council, then, to quote a well known statement, recollections may vary. Obviously that was in a totally different context.
J T Melsom wrote: ↑Wed Aug 10, 2022 10:51 amDavid - you do understand how these sort of general comments about Amanda Ross can be taken as an attack on her credibility in respect of the specific allegations don't you?
I have chosen my remarks with what I hope is an appropriate degree of care. I don't wish to change or add anything.David Sedgwick (upthread) wrote: ↑Wed Aug 10, 2022 9:42 amIf someone comes forward with a complaint that they have been told by A, B and C that they have been sexually abused or harassed by X, then I tend to be more cautious.
I wish to make it clear that I am not alleging deliberately dishonesty or lying by anyone mentioned in this thread, whether by name or otherwise. It would indeed be hypocritical for me to do that.
"And that is why I thought it pertinent to discuss it."David Sedgwick wrote: ↑Tue Aug 09, 2022 9:32 pmAs to how credible she was when she appeared before the ECF Council, then, to quote a well known statement, recollections may vary. Obviously that was in a totally different context.
Thanks, that's a better idea than mine upthread about the NEDsLawrenceCooper wrote: ↑Wed Aug 10, 2022 10:44 amI was directed to [email protected] when I asked for some advice just under twelve months ago.Thomas Rendle wrote: ↑Wed Aug 10, 2022 9:55 amI think there needs to be a system in place where people feel comfortable coming forward. There's a reason there hasn't been a 'me too' moment in both English and International chess, it's not for the lack of cases (without commenting on specific allegations). What is the current procedure for reporting harrassment (sexual or otherwise) at a chess event in England? Ideally it wouldn't be done via this forum, which to be honest I try not to post on these days.