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News | 9th March 2026

Scouts launch updated Chef Activity Badge as research reveals gap in young people’s cooking skills

We’ve had a Chef badge since 1909, almost the very start of Scouts. Today, helping young people learn to cook is as important as ever.

News | 19th February 2026

Let’s keep nights away accessible for all

We’re deeply concerned about a proposed new Mayoral power to create visitor levies on overnight stays in England.

News | 10th February 2026

Announcing Lucy Spraggan as a new Scouts Ambassador

We’re thrilled to announce singer and songwriter Lucy Spraggan as our newest Scouts Ambassador.

News | 2nd February 2026

Help us find The Chief Scout’s Unsung Heroes 2026

Dwayne Fields and his team of young judges are looking for 20 young people aged 4-24 who’ve gone above and beyond.

News | 14th January 2026

New Shaping Us badge launched with Royal Foundation Centre for Early Childhood

The new badge will help raise awareness of the need for children and young people to gain social and emotional skills for the future.

News | 6th January 2026

Scouts work for peace over new year at Kandersteg

Eight UK Scouts travelled to the Swiss Alps to join the Kandersteg International Scout Centre International Rover Week.