Safeguarding
It is the policy of The Scout Association to safeguard the welfare of all members by protecting them from neglect and from physical, sexual and emotional harm.
It is a requirement for all adults in Scouting to have undertaken 'approved safeguarding training' every five years and this is monitored at the point of appointment review.
Latest News
Strategy
15th May 2018
I’m excited about the launch of our new national #SkillsForLife strategy on Tuesday along with our new brand. I’m also looking forward to everyone in @HampshireScouts working together to give more and more young people and adults the chance to experience #Scouting. Let’s do it. Martin Mackey, County Commissioner... Read More
Local Safeguarding Awareness Co-ordinators
30th December 2015
Safeguarding Awareness Co-ordinators (SACs) deliver safeguarding awareness training, provide advice and guidance on safeguarding arrangements for events, and encourage best safeguarding practice. In Hampshire, SACs are aligned by Cluster – see the below table for details. Please note, SACs are not responsible for incident... Read More
Safeguarding Notices for Scout Headquarters
1st September 2014
A Safeguarding Notice can be downloaded from here. The contact details can be inserted and then it can be printed for display.Read More
Safer Internet Day
1st February 2014
11th FebruaryThe day promotes the safe and responsible use of technology, ensuring our young people are aware of dangers online and know how to keep themselves safe.Read More
Safeguarding Information for Leaders
1st January 2014
Safeguarding information for Leaders.Read More
Safeguarding Workshops
1st January 2000
Safeguarding workshops The Scout Association’s Safeguarding training. For information on current Safeguarding workshops contact your Local Safeguarding Awareness Co-ordinator. (County Safeguarding Support, September 2018 (PDF).Read More