Safety
The first night away from home. The first hike. The first trip abroad. All these moments are stepping stones in developing young people’s confidence, but we know how daunting it can be for the one packing their overnight bag and waving them off at the gates. And it doesn’t necessarily get easier as they grow…
Young people thrive in secure surroundings, at home and away. Wherever we go, we’re serious about keeping them safe. For more information on the approach to safety in the Scouts, click here
Download our risk assessments:
Keeping our members safe is a priority for us. If you have any concerns, at any time, please do not hesitate to contact us
Safeguarding
We’re committed to:
- Taking the interests and well-being of our young people into account, in all our considerations and activities
- Respecting the rights, wishes, and feelings of the young people with whom we work
- Taking all reasonable practicable steps to protect them from neglect, and physical, sexual, or emotional abuse
- Promoting the welfare of young people and their protection within a position of trust
The Young People First code of practice (also known as the yellow card) sets out a code of behaviour for all adults in Scouts. Download a copy here
Young people or their parents/carers can make a report to the police in the UK about inappropriate sexual contact online such as ‘grooming’. Click on the button below
