Notice 819

boxer referee manager master of Ceremony matchmaker promoter ringmaster/whip second timekeeper trainer/second first aid courses

Being over the age of eighteen, a Boxer partakes in professional Boxing contests under the jurisdiction of the Board.

A Referee is appointed by the Board and is the sole arbitrator of all professional boxing contests under the jurisdiction of the Board.

A Manager acts as representative for a boxer with whom he/she has a Boxer/Manager contract.
A Manager’s licence can only be applied for by an individual who has held a licence in another category for three consecutive years in the last ten.

A Master of Ceremonies is employed by the Promoter to make announcements both pre and post each contest in the ring.

A Matchmaker liaises with Promoters, Managers, other Matchmakers and the Board to arrange professional Boxing contests.

A Promoter runs professional Boxing tournaments under the jurisdiction of the Board.

A Ringmaster/Whip is employed by the Promoter and their duties are determined by the Promoter.

A Second may work in a Boxer’s corner during a contest.

A Timekeeper is appointed by the Board to oversee the correct duration at all contests, including any relevant counts.

A Trainer/second may train a Boxer in the gym and also act as a Second during a contest.

First aid courses and equipment

TOURNAMENTS

Schedule Results

Schedule for upcoming bouts sanctioned by the BBBofC

Results from the recent bouts sanctioned by the BBBofC

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Contract for submission of Purse bids on 11th February 2026

Terms of Voluntary Agreements/Purse Bids
British, English & Celtic Championships

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13/01/2026

Northern Area Council 27th November 2025

Tournament Dates

31st January 2026. Newcastle Utilita Arena. Promoter Eddie Hearn.

11th April 2026. Sunderland Live. Promoter Daniel Inskip.

Date of Next Meeting

22nd January, 2026.

Added: Jan 13, 2026, 4:55:43 PM,

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