| Code of Ethics |
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The code of ethics is a statement of our commitment and aim to run the
National Soccer League (NSL) to the highest possible standards in a professional
manner and with the utmost integrity.
With that aim we, the Chairperson's of the Clubs in membership of the National
Soccer League are determined:
a) to conduct our respective clubs dealing with the utmost good faith and
honesty;
b) at all times to maintain a rule book which is comprehensive, relevant and up
to date;
c) to adopt disciplinary procedures which are professional, fair and objective;
d) to submit to penalties which are fair and realistic;
e) to secure the monitoring of and the compliance with the rules at all times;
THIS CODE OF ETHICS sets out our commitment to run the National Soccer League to
the highest possible football standards and with integrity.
We will ensure that our Clubs:
* Behave with the utmost good faith and honesty to each other, do not unjust
criticise or disparge one another and maintain confidences.
* Will comply with the Laws of the Game and follow the National Soccer League
and SAFA rules not only to the letter, but also to their spirit and will ensure
that our clubs and officials are fully aware of such rules and that we have
effective procedures to implement them.
*Will respect the contractual obligations and responsibilities of each other's
employees and not seek to breach these or make illegal approaches.
*Will discharge their financial responsibilities and obligations to each other
promptly and fully and not seek to avoid them.
*Will seek to resolve differences between each other and within the confines of
the Constitution.
We are committed to a process of continuous improvement through setting
attainable standards, which we will monitor and review.
An Ombudsman shall be appointed by the Chairperson of the Bar Council of the
Johannesburg Society of Advocates from time to time to adjudicate upon an
alleged breach/es of the Code of Ethics, a copy of the Code of Ethics being
attached hereto marked Annexure "A".
It shall be the responsibility of the Chairperson of the League to refer all
alleged and purported breaches of the Code of Ethics brought to his attention by
whosoever, in whatsoever a manner, directly to the Ombudsman in writing and;
Any aggrieved party may refer any alleged breach of the Code of Ethics directly
in writing to the Chairperson of the League, who shall within 7 days thereof
approach the Chairperson as contemplated in Article 20.1 to appoint an Ombudsman
who shall have the power, in his sole and absolute discretion, inter alia:
- to investigate, determine, prosecute and hear any complaint against any member
concerning any alleged breach of the Code of Ethics.
- to hear the matter in a manner as determined by the Ombudsman.
- to cause to appear in person before the Ombudsman any Member against whom a
complaint has been filed. Any such member shall be entitled to be represented by
an advocate or attorney.
- to cause witnesses to appear before the Ombudsman as well as any other member.
The hearings shall be carried out informally behind closed doors and in a
summary manner. It will not be necessary to observe strict rules of evidence or
procedure.
Notwithstanding anything else contained in this Constitution or the Rules of the
League, the powers of the Ombudsman shall be wide and shall be exercised so as
to give effect to this Article.
The Ombudsman shall have a discretion in sentencing the Member found guilty of a
transgression of the Code of Ethics and shall impose an appropriate sentence,
the maximum of which shall be:-
a) First conviction in any one season, not more than R50 000.00;
b) Second conviction in any one season, not more than R100 000.00;
c) Third conviction in any one season:-
i) Not more than R100 000.00, and
ii) Automatic suspension for a period of twelve (12) month from all activities
of football;
iii) Provided in respect of a third conviction in any one season, no sentence or
any portion thereof may be suspended.
In addition to the powers set out in Article 20.6 above, the Ombudsman shall
have the power to order the guilty party to pay the costs of the hearing, as
determined by the Ombudsman.
The decisions of the Ombudsman shall not be subject to Appeal.
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