Trustee Boards

Find the guidance and support you need as a Scouts Trustee

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Trustee Board Team Description

February 2026: Read the Regulatory Advice and Guidance from the Charity Commission (England and Wales) for all Trustees within the federated structure of The Scout Association.

Read the Regulatory Advice and Guidance

Read the Updates for Trustee Boards to find a summary of recent changes in regulations.

New Trustees

Resources to help you get started as a Trustee:

Trustee basics: What to expect and where to start
Trustee Board Team Description
Setting up a Trustee Board
Growing Roots learning

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Recruit Trustees

Resources to help you attract and onboard the right people into your Trustee Board:

Recruitment resources: Templates to attract new people to Trustee Boards
Trustee info pack
Open selection process for appointing Trustees
Tips for welcoming new Trustees
Check people are eligible to be Trustees

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Tools to support Trustee Boards

Resources to support you with governance:

Updates for Trustee Boards
Support Webinars for Trustees
Risk register
Finances and insurance
Annual General Meetings (AGMs)
Guide to support Young People on Trustee Boards

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