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• Transgender women will not be able to compete against athletes born female in triathlon events in Britain from the start of next year poker
  
  Competition at elite and grassroots level from the age of 12 and over will be split into a female category and an open category, which will welcome male, transgender and non-binary athletes poker
  
  The female category will be open solely to athletes assigned the female sex at birth poker
  
  British Triathlon announced its new transgender inclusion policy on Wednesday, following a lengthy and independent consultation process poker
  
  It has become the first national governing body to include trans athletes in a competitive open category, rather than one separate to the male and female categories poker
  
  It follows on from swimming’s world governing body Fina deciding last month that any athlete who had undergone male puberty would be barred from its elite female events poker
  
  RecommendedOver £130m handed to housing providers named and shamed by regulatorBritish Triathlon chief executive Andy Salmon said: “It would be conceited of us to say there isn’t a little bit of trepidation, but we firmly and passionately believe in doing what’s right for our sport, not necessarily what’s easy, or even what’s popular poker
  
  “We recognise some people might disagree with this policy poker
  
  I think we’re very clear about that and I, and the board, and the organisation, respect everybody’s point of view on this subject poker
  
  But we think it’s the right thing to do poker
  
  “We strongly believe that triathlon is a sport for anyone poker
  
  Our sport was founded relatively late, in the 1970s, and with gender equity at its core poker
  
  “This is something that we’re incredibly proud of and incredibly precious about poker
  
  And this is one of the reasons why fairness in our sport is so important to us poker
  
  ”Salmon said the new policy was “legally robust” based on the advice the organisation had received poker
  
  The review took place following the publication of guidance on transgender inclusion in domestic sport by the poker Sports Councils’ Equality Group (SCEG) in September 2021 poker
  
  The guidance concluded that the inclusion of transgender people into female sport cannot be balanced regarding transgender inclusion, fairness and safety in gender-affected sport where there is meaningful competition, due to retained physiological and biological advantages for male-born athletes over female-born athletes, with or without testosterone suppression poker
  
  Under the new British Triathlon policy, only athletes who are the female sex at birth will be eligible to represent Great Britain, England, Scotland or Wales in international events in the female category run under the auspices of World and European Triathlon poker
  
  It will also work with the British Olympic Association and British Paralympic Association to specify eligibility criteria for selection for the Olympic and Paralympic Games, with the intent that the selection policies replicate what has been decided by British Triathlon poker
  
  Transgender inclusion in sport has been heavily in the spotlight this year, after trans woman cyclist Emily Bridges was denied entry to the British Omnium Championships, and following the recent FINA decision poker
  
  Culture SecretaryNadine Dorries gathered together poker sports governing bodies last week and told them it was “inherently unfair” to allow athletes born male to compete in female categories, saying sport had “ducked” the issue for too long poker
  
  British Triathlon’s policy extends to grassroots competition, with Salmon adding: “We didn’t think it was right to have an athlete pathway where the policy didn’t apply to a certain point and then all of a sudden it did apply – that could be really exclusive to individuals poker
  
  “If people are competing at a grassroots level, doing a triathlon requires commitment poker
  
  It often requires some training poker
  
  And so who are we as a governing body to say to somebody who isn’t particularly quick or talented, that when they compete in a triathlon, they don’t deserve to have fair competition?“So we’ve debated this at length, and those are the two driving factors in coming up with that element of the policy poker
  
  ”The policy does not cover non-competitive, recreational activity poker
  
  Over 3,000 members of the governing body responded to a survey conducted in April and May of this year, with eight out of 10 supporting the new approach poker
  
  The respondents included 16 individuals who identified as transgender poker
  
  Focus group meetings were held involving elite athletes, staff and representatives from LGBT advocacy groups poker
  
  Seventeen one-to-one interviews took place, including three with transgender individuals poker
  
  Salmon said he was not aware of any elite-level transgender athletes in this country at the moment but added: “We very much didn’t want to be a governing body that waited for there to be a problem before we tried to fix it poker
  
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  British Triathlon said it would be reviewed as new scientific evidence emerges in the years to come poker
  
  World Triathlon is currently reviewing its guidelines, which will be submitted for board approval in November poker
  
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  With lockdown restrictions lifted throughout the UK, and the resumption of international travel on 17 May, many British travellers are tentatively considering the prospect of foreign holidays poker
  
  While this is invariably accompanied by more than a frisson of excitement, it’s also understandable to have concerns about safety before leaving home poker
  
  Whether you’re jetting off to sunnier climes or looking forward to a staycation, we’ve rounded up the essential items to pack to help keep you and your loved ones safe poker
  
  Hand sanitiserCleaning hands regularly is one of the best ways to protect yourself from coronavirus (istock)Hand sanitiser is now the accessory de rigueur for anyone concerned about their health and the wellbeing of those around them poker
  
  While thorough hand washing with soap is the most effective way to neutralise germs, this isn’t always an option when travelling poker
  
  How frequently you sanitise your hands is up to you, but after using the toilet and before eating or preparing food is the bare minimum poker
  
  Make sure your sanitiser contains at least 60 per cent alcohol, the minimum required to be effective against viruses poker
  
  Antibacterial wipesRecommendedWhat are the new travel changes and how will rules work?Travel industry relief mixed with fury after government eases rulesWhich countries are on the green list?In the age of Covid-19, cleanliness is king, making antiseptic wipes an integral part of your travelling arsenal poker
  
  It’s worth noting that many products marketed as antibacterial won’t work against the coronavirus poker
  
  Look out for products containing at least 70 per cent alcohol and check the wording to see if they work against viruses, not just bacteria poker
  
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  Disposable wipes of all stripes have long been an environmental menace, however, so when you’re not on the move, remember that soapy water and bleach or alcohol cleaners are a good alternative poker
  
  Travel insuranceEven before the Covid-19 pandemic hit, comprehensive travel insurance is probably the most important item for any traveller after their passport and bank cards poker
  
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  Of the policies that do cover Covid-19-related claims, some may cover emergency medical expenses and repatriation should you contract the virus whilst abroad, but won’t cover coronavirus-related cancellations or disruptions poker
  
  RecommendedTips for getting the best travel insurance and medical cover right nowIt’s also worth remembering that British travellers can apply for a free UK Global Health Insurance Card (GHIC), which lets you get state healthcare in Europe at a reduced cost or sometimes for free poker
  
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  Face masksEnsure you research the rules and regulations of your destination before travel (istock)Face masks remain mandatory on flights and in many countries around the world, so don’t make the mistake of dismissing them as an optional extra poker
  
  In some countries, authorities are imposing fines for those failing to comply, so make sure you check the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) guidance for your destination before travelling poker
  
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  If you’re someone that prefers to use cash while away, it’s worth considering taking a debit or credit card for purchases, rather than just relying on currency poker
  
  Basic first aid kitDon't wait for an emergency before needing a first aid kit (istock)While a basic first aid kit composed of plasters, rehydration sachets, antiseptic cream and painkillers is always a good idea when venturing far from home, a thermometer makes a welcome addition at this point in time poker
  
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