Southampton City Scouts News

Our First Southampton City Scout Ambassador

Posted on Sunday, June 22nd, 2014

We welcome our first Southampton City Scout ambassador, Jo Ash, Chief Executive of Southampton Voluntary Services

Jo has been chief executive of Southampton Voluntary Services (SVS) since 1992. SVS supports the local voluntary sector as well as directly supporting local people through its Shopmobility service, Young Carers project, Safe in Sound substance misuse and safety awareness work, as well as MORPH, an ex-drug users self-help project.

Jo has been a senior manager and consultant in the voluntary sector for over 30 years. She has worked on issues including housing and homelessness, advice services for disabled people, poverty, women and health.

Wilverley Working Weekend

Posted on Sunday, June 22nd, 2014

Scout Archery Competition 2014

Posted on Monday, June 16th, 2014

Amazing Opportunity: UK Youth Commissioner Wanted

Posted on Monday, June 16th, 2014

We are recruiting for our first ever UK Youth Commissioner. Working as part of UKHQ’s core leadership team, the UK Youth Commissioner will ensure that young people are at the heart of every decision that shapes their Scouting experience. 

They will have the passion and drive to champion youth-shaped Scouting, empowering young people to share their ideas and make an impact. 

The UK Youth Commissioner will work closely with the UK Chief Commissioner, Chief Executive and Chairman to achieve our ambition for Scouting to be truly youth-led. They will be responsible for helping us launch a range of exciting projects, including our first ever National Youth Council. 

Representing the views of young Scout members across the UK, they will work with young people, volunteers and staff to ensure Scouting answers the views, wishes and needs of its youth members.

It’s a fantastic opportunity for an individual aged 18-25 to gain valuable work experience and play a crucial role as we begin an exciting chapter in Scouting’s history. Having a Movement that is shaped by young people in partnership with adults is a key strand of our vision and our new strategy. 

By 2018, we want 80% of young people to be able to say they shape Scouting, feel listened to and are taken seriously. The UK Youth Commissioner will play an essential part in helping us to achieve this.

Find out more and apply for this volunteer role. 

Read about our new strategy, Scouting for All.

Amazing Opportunity: UK Youth Commissioner Wanted

Posted on Monday, June 16th, 2014

The Closing date for applications or nominations is midday, 30 June, 2014

10% discount on National Express coach fares

Posted on Monday, June 16th, 2014

National Express is delighted to be working in partnership with The Scout Association to support the Cub Scout Outdoor Plus Badge.

As part of their new Youth Promise, National Express is promoting active lifestyles and adventure as a way of enjoying life. Through sponsorship of the badge and the accompanying activity pack, their aim is to widen young people’s scope for travel, adventure and mobility. This includes a 10% travel discount on standard fares booked through the Scouts Association web site. Travel is a great way of having new experiences, gaining confidence and growing independence. As the UK’s largest scheduled coach operator, National Express is seeking to promote this important life skill.

Discounted coach fares for Scout members

National Express is pleased to offer Scouts Association members a 10% discount off standard fares – click here to plan your journey and buy your tickets!

Discount on coach hire for Scout Groups

If you’re planning a day trip or something longer for your pack, view our handy hints and tips on booking the right coach (or minibus) for your journey.

Get three free, no obligation quotes here.