Recognition process
The Sport and National Governing Body (NGB) Recognition Process is currently closed to all new applications. We expect to re-open the process by Spring 2026. Please check back here for further updates.
Our original intention was to re-open the process in Summer 2025. However, the need to ensure that the new recognition policy is suitable for all involved, and in order to comply with statutory consultation timelines, it has been necessary to re-schedule this.
We appreciate that this delay may be frustrating to NGBs that are eager to apply for recognition. In the meantime, we encourage them to continue developing their sports and their organisation’s governance. The previous Recognition Policy (2017) UK-recognition-policy-2017 and its associated Applicant Guidance Document will provide an understanding of the criteria we previously required NGBs to meet in order to become recognised. There is also some really helpful information on the Sports Governance Academy website and SGB Governance Framework that offers guidance on good practice.”