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10.1. Serving and receiving courts

10.1.1. The players shall serve from, and receive in, their respective right service courts when the server has not scored or has scored an even number of points in that game.

10.1.2. The players shall serve from, and receive in, their respective left service courts when the server has scored an odd number of points in that game.

10.1.3. In Para badminton Classes playing half-court, the server and receiver shall serve from and receive in their respective service courts.

10.2. Order of play and position on court 10.2.1. In a rally, the shuttle may be hit by the server and the receiver alternately, from any position on that player’s side of the net, until the shuttle ceases to be in play (Law 15).

10.3. Scoring and serving

10.3.1. If the server wins a rally (Law 7.3), the server shall score a point. The server shall then serve again from the alternate service court.

10.3.2. If the receiver wins a rally (Law 7.3), the receiver shall score a point. The receiver shall then become the new server.

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3.1. To test a shuttle, a player shall use a full underhand stroke which makes contact with the shuttle over the back boundary line. The shuttle shall be hit at an upward angle and in a direction parallel to the side lines.

3.2. A shuttle of correct speed will land not less than 530 mm and not more than 990 mm short of the other back boundary line as in Diagram B.

 

 Badminton - Diagram B

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6.1. Before play commences, a toss shall be conducted and the side winning the toss shall exercise the choice in either Law 6.1.1 or 6.1.2:

6.1.1. to serve or receive first;

6.1.2. to start play at one end of the court or the other.

6.2. The side losing the toss shall then exercise the remaining choice.

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17.1. The Referee shall be in overall charge of the tournament or championship(s) of which a match forms part.

17.2. The umpire, where appointed, shall be in charge of the match, the court and its immediate surrounds. The umpire shall report to the Referee.

17.3. The service judge shall call service faults made by the server should they occur (Law 9.1.2 to 9.1.8).

17.4. A line judge shall indicate whether a shuttle landed ‘in’ or ‘out’ on the line(s) assigned.

17.5. An official’s decision shall be final on all points of fact for which that official is responsible except that if,

17.5.1. in the opinion of the umpire, it is beyond reasonable doubt that a line judge has clearly made a wrong call, the umpire shall overrule the decision of the line judge.

17.5.2. an Instant Review System is in operation, the system in operation shall decide on any line call challenge unless an inconsistent or obviously incorrect decision is given by the system in which case the Referee shall instruct the Umpire how to proceed (BWF Statutes, Section 4.1.8).

17.6. An umpire shall:

17.6.1. uphold and enforce the Laws of Badminton and, especially, call a ‘fault’ or a ‘let’ should either occur;

17.6.2. give a decision on any appeal regarding a point of dispute, if made before the next service is delivered;

17.6.3. ensure players and spectators are kept informed of the progress of the match;

17.6.4. appoint or replace line judges or a service judge in consultation with the Referee;

17.6.5. where another technical official is not appointed, arrange for that official’s duties to be carried out;

17.6.6. where an appointed official is unsighted, carry out that official’s duties or play a ‘let’;

17.6.7. record and report to the Referee all matters relating to Law 16; and

17.6.8. refer to the Referee all unsatisfied appeals on questions of law only. (Such appeals must be made before the next service is delivered or, if at the end of the match, before the side that appeals has left the court.)

Badminton - Diagram D

Badminton - Diagram E

Badminton - Diagram F

 

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Yes. Your child must be receiving benefits-related free school meals for your child to be eligible for the HAF programme.

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Care in the UK primarily falls under the Care Act 2014. Subsequent attempts to reform the system and address recognised issues with the country’s care system have largely stalled or remain incomplete.

In December 2021 the previous Conservative government published a white paper, ‘People at the Heart of Care’, outlining its 10-year vision to transform support and care in England.

The new Labour government has announced its intention to create a 'National Care Service' and improve NHS and social care integration as part of a 10-year plan for reform. Further details have yet to be published.

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As of 2023/24, Tower Hamlets had 81 Care Quality Commission (CQC)-regulated services, including 11 residential and 70 non-residential services.
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Our homecare services help vulnerable adults in Tower Hamlets live independently, stay connected, and achieve their personal goals at home. By prioritising local employment and ensuring all care staff receive at least the London Living Wage, our services align with our commitment to boosting jobs, business, and public services.

Homecare is provided across four localities - Northwest, Southwest, Northeast, and Southeast - supporting over 2,200 residents through trusted providers. This locality-based approach fosters strong partnerships and community-focused care and aligns with how adult social care teams are structured, and the NHS.

To enhance care quality and sustainability, we are strengthening our framework by focusing on:

  • Capacity and expertise – ensuring providers can manage demand and deliver high-quality care.
  • Quality standards – partnering with CQC-rated "Good" providers who meet strict regulatory standards.
  • Safeguarding measures – ensuring robust policies protect vulnerable residents.

By expanding provider diversity and reducing spot purchasing costs, we want to improve the quality of care, increase resilience, and better support our community.

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We want to work with providers who share our vision for high-quality, person-centred care and can demonstrate:

  • A commitment to person-centred and strength-based care, helping people maintain independence and reduce reliance on services.
  • A proactive approach where every interaction matters, ensuring seamless access to support.
  • A culture of continuous improvement, co-producing services with those who use them.
  • The use of innovative digital solutions to enhance care and efficiency.
  • A focus on achieving meaningful outcomes, measuring success through individual progress.
  • Services that empower people, promoting independence, choice, and self-care.
  • Recognition of the vital role of unpaid carers, ensuring they are supported.
  • The ability to provide safe, effective, and value-for-money care.
  • A commitment to localised support, enabling people to receive care close to home.
  • Investment in a skilled, stable workforce, offering good employment opportunities.
  • A focus on social value, contributing to a healthier, more resilient community.
  • Strong partnerships with local organisations, including voluntary and community groups.
  • Action on sustainability, adopting environmentally friendly practices.
  • A drive for continuous quality improvement and robust safeguarding.
  • A fully inclusive approach, ensuring services reflect and respect the borough’s diverse communities.

By working together, we can build a sustainable, high-quality care system that truly meets the needs of Tower Hamlets residents. Our current offer and messages to the market are presented below.

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