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Volunteering at Scouts is changing to help us reach more young people

Volunteering is changing to help us reach more young people

Volunteering is changing at Scouts. Read more

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Young person information form

This is a template for a new starter form that you may wish when a new young person, under the age of 18, joins your group. Remember to follow our data retention policy and GDPR when collecting personal information.

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Activity information form

Take a look at our activity information form for parent and carers to share information and obtain their permission for activities, outings and nights away.

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Setting up an InTouch system

InTouch is the system that helps you to communicate at all Scout activities and events, including your weekly meetings. 

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Member record management

Learn about your responsibilities for member record management.

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Registering as a charity

All Scout groups, sections and units are independent charities. However, those based in England and Wales may not be required to register with the Charity Commission.

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Group and/or District registration forms

Scouts have a registration system for the creation of new Groups or Districts. Read our guidance and download the registration forms.

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Finance

Whatever your role, you will probably have a part to play in ensuring that accurate financial records are maintained.

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Insurance

All our members are covered by insurance while taking part in Scouts activities.

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Adapting Scout groups for rural communities

Learn more about how you can adapt with integrated sections, cellular cobwebs and satellite groups.

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Music licensing

Music licensing affects all premises owned or used by Scouts, where music is played in a public place (meaning other than in a domestic setting, which includes community buildings)

Find out more about the requirements >
Motion picture licensing

Motion pictures and other audiovisual works including movies, TV programmes, or any entertainment video.

Find out more about the required licences >
Minibus permits

All Scout Groups, Districts and Counties who operate a minibus (either by owning, borrowing or hiring), require a Standard Bus Permit.

Read more about the permits required >
Community sponsorship

Here we provide Group Scout Leaders and District Teams with the necessary advice to establish an agreement with a Sponsoring Authority.

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Boundary reviews and implementation

There are many reasons why the Scouts boundaries in a particular area may be reviewed.

Learn more about boundary reviews >
GDPR Toolkit

Find out more about data management, GDPR and data retention.

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