Category: News
DC’s Blog – December 2020
In this month’s DC Blog, we congratulate and thank those who have achieved awards and we look to events in 2021 and how they might look.
Appointments Advisory Committee
We would like to recruit some additional adult volunteers who would be willing to participate as Appointment Advisory Committee (AAC) members and we are also looking for somebody to take on the role of Appointments Secretary. There is no requirement for previous or current Scouting experience and it is a non-uniformed role. The training requirements
COUNTY TRAINING NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 2020
All training courses are now on the Eventbrite page and available to book. Those requiring Module 10 (First Response) have been given the option of the Zoom First Response courses, or the self-led e-learning provided by Hampshire Scouts. Morning courses are set for 9.30-12.30, and afternoon courses for 2.00-5.00. All attendees (but not you as the course leader) will
DC Newsletter – 23rd October
Attending public Remembrance Sunday events is an important part of many Scout Groups’ regular autumn term calendar. Inevitably, things will be very different this year. In adapting what we do, Scout Groups and Districts should focus on keeping our members safe and on ensuring that all young people understand what it is
District Remembrance Service
The District will be holding a virtual Remembrance Service using Zoom Webinar on the 8th November, 1045-1115.Please ensure that all your section leaders are aware of this and ask them to send invites out to their Beavers/Cubs/Scouts/Explorers. If they use OSM then this can be sent out as an Event Invite and ensures everyone has
Getting everyone back together safely
Updated 24/09/2020 England & Wales only: If you have your own venue, you now need to provide a printed QR code to enable those who are 16 and over to use the NHS Test and Trace app, you can generate a unique code for your venue here. This does not replace our guidance on keeping records
Activity Notification
REMINDER COVID19 Risk Assessments for the return to face to face Scouting should be submitted for approved at least 7 days prior to the proposed event. AN forms (Activity Notification away from the normal meeting place) are required along with a risk assessment and should be sent to the DC for approval at least 7
Guidance for coming out of lockdown.
Getting back together safely (framework). Getting your section back together safely. Finding a safe place to meet, building and facilities guidelines. Covid-19 restart risk assessment. Protecting ourselves and others. Planning a safe and enjoyable programme. Making sure everything is in place – guidance for executive committees. Supporting those made most vulnerable by the crisis. Speaking
District Development Plan 2018-2023
Please see attached a copy of the Districts Development Plan, this is a live Document and will be updated as and when required. District Development Plan