We strongly believe that expenses and fees should not be a barrier to any adult’s participation in Scouting and, in principle, volunteers should not be out of pocket. Please refer to your group’s policy on personal expenses for more information….
Our commitment to diversity
We are firmly committed to diversity in all areas of our work. We believe that we have much to learn and gain from diverse cultures and perspectives, and that diversity will make our organisation more effective in meeting the needs…
Online Scout Manager
Every section in the District is provided with a Gold+ license for Online Scout Manager. OSM is a youth membership system and provides leaders with a whole host of tools for reducing admin and securely storing personal information about young…
Minimum standards
In addition to setting the minimum ratios of Leaders to Young people (see the section labelled ‘Ratios’ on this page), the Scout Association sets standards for the operation of meetings: The District Team, is required where necessary to assist Sections…
Filming and rights in works created by you
As part of your volunteer role, you may be filmed, photographed, or recorded. In taking up this role, you agree that Scouting (and any third parties who are authorised by us) is entitled to film, photograph or record you, and…
Disclosures & Vetting
Disclosure and Barring Service – Criminal Records Check Adults who are volunteering some of their time to Scouting on an ‘occasional basis’ in ‘regulated activity’, (defined by the UK Government as ‘on 4 or more days in a 30-day period,…
Data protection – GDPR
We hold and process data on you for a number of purposes connected with your role as a volunteer In taking up your appointment you consent to the Association retaining your personal data during your membership and also beyond to…
Conflicts of interest
As a member of The Scout Association you should not engage in, or be associated with any activity, person or organisation which operates against the interests or values of Scouting, or could be seen to affect your impartiality in carrying…
Alcohol in Scouting
All our adults need to be physically and mentally fit to undertake the responsibilities of their role. When responsible for young people, adults must not drink alcohol. During ‘off duty’ periods, adults in Scouting also need to take into account…