SPORTS clubs and individuals keen to develop coaching skills are getting a helping hand from Bexley Council.

It has put together a programme of coach education workshops for people looking to gain sports coaching qualifications. The programme includes topics such as first aid and child protection.

Many of these are compulsory for sports clubs seeking accreditation with their respective sport’s national governing body.

The programme will run from November 11 to December 10 at either the civic offices in Bexleyheath Broadway or the Hill View offices, in Welling.

For details, call 020 8294 6977 or email hannah.bartholomew@bexley.gov.uk