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Regulation 34 concerns Conflict of Interest and reads as folllows:
34 | CONFLICT OF INTEREST |
34.1 | A conflict of interest exists when a Race Official has, or reasonably appears to have, a personal or financial interest which could affect the officials ability to be impartial. |
34.2 | When a Race Official is aware of a conflict of interest, he/she shall decline an invitation to serve at a regatta at which an International Jury is appointed. |
34.3 | When the Race Official has any doubt whether or not there is a conflict of interest, the Race Official shall promptly consult World Sailing, prior to accepting the invitation and be bound by its decision. |
34.4 | When, at an event, a Race Official becomes aware of a conflict of interest, the official shall disclose the potential conflict to the International Jury which shall take appropriate action. |
Other Regulations relating to conflict of interest are 25.8.5, 32 and 35 - Click here to read the World Sailing Regulations in full.
World Sailing Race Officials who have any concern about a particular circumstance are urged to submit a Request for Clarification by email before accepting an event appointment.
The links below contain relevant decisions and guidance for World Sailing Race Officials.
Conflict of Interest Rulings |
Conflict of Interest guidelines |
Interpretation 001-12 Revised |