As the wrestling world struggles with the consequences of the global coronavirus pandemic, the #SpeakingOut movement has forced promoters to analyze if there was anything they or their company could have done in the past and what they can do in the future going forward.

In Scotland, Discovery Wrestling, which started up in 2014, have restructured and appointed Julie Miller in a new role as General Manager to allow support for those attending and participating in future events. Discovery have also cited several unnamed overseas wrestlers who will no longer be welcome at events.

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The Discovery Wrestling Codes of Conduct We have been busy over the past couple of weeks reviewing all things Discovery We wanted to formalise our code of conduct for those who work with Disco and those who attend events This has been done with input from wrestlers, fans and in consultation with qualified professionals We thank all those who have helped form the Discovery Codes of Conduct EDIT: it’s also been brought to our attention that a blanket ban on swearing would exclude people with Tourette’s – this is not what we intended and will be adjusting the code accordingly

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Discovery announced last week they are teaming up with other Scottish promotions, Lothian-based Reckless Intent and Glasgow-based Scottish Wrestling Alliance (SWA) to agree on a joint code of conduct. Here is the common statement:

“It is with great pleasure that we announce that Reckless Intent, Discovery Wrestling and Scottish Wrestling Alliance have all come together and agreed upon a code of conduct, not only for wrestlers/staff and volunteers but for fans in attendance also. This will mean that any action taken in relation to any breach of the code of conduct will be upheld by all three promotions.

In accordance with this, we are delighted to have appointed Robyn Green as safeguarding officer for all three promotions. Robyn is a qualified nurse with training in mental health, dealing with difficult situations and confidentiality as well as holding a PVG for vulnerable adults and children. Robyn is completely independent and has no affiliation to any promotion within professional wrestling. Robyn will be available for any roster member/staff to contact in any situation where they do not feel comfortable approaching someone directly involved with the promotions

We feel this is a step in the right direction for keeping Scottish wrestling a safe and inclusive place for everyone.”

Insane Championship Wrestling have yet to reveal any results or what their next steps are beyond recruiting welfare officers and mental health first aiders. ICW have a partnership with WWE with whom they share talent. It is believed ICW are awaiting a formal response from WWE before making any changes.

An update on our efforts to create a safer working environment

Working alongside @OFFICIAL_RITV and @swaonline – we have appointed a safeguarding officer for talent & staff pic.twitter.com/LwQ1subQyI

— Discovery Wrestling (@DiscoWrestling) July 24, 2020

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