Can we have multiple Scout Networks in our District?
Every District should have only one District Scout Network. We believe that this will make the pathway from Explorer Scouts to Scout Network clearer, as well as providing one point of contact for those seeking to join Scout Network from outside Scouting.
Does membership of a Scout Network count towards adult service awards?
No. Adult service awards are for time given to holding an adult appointment not a youth role which Scout Network membership is considered.
Can our District Scout Network be linked with a local Activity Centre?
Scout Network members involved in supporting local activity centres should be members of a District Scout Network. Their volunteering with local activity centres should be done through projects associated with the programme.
Who appoints the District Scout Network Commissioner?
The District Commissioner.
District Scout Network Comissioner role description
Can the role of District Scout Network Commissioner be shared with the District Explorer Scout Commissioner?
Flexible volunteering could mean that in some Districts it may be appropriate to combine the role of District Explorer Scout Commissioner and District Scout Network Commissioner. The individual will be required to have both roles added to their membership record.
Can the role of District Scout Network Commissioner be shared with another District?
Ideally, every District should have a District Scout Network and a District Scout Network Commissioner. There is an exception process that will need to be followed if this structure cannot be put in place for your District.
Can we appoint District Scout Network Leaders?
No. Moving forward, the role of District Scout Network Leader is being discontinued.
Is the District Scout Network Commissioner a Member of the District Team?
Yes, and should work closely with the District Explorer Scout Commissioner.
Is the District Scout Network Commissioner a Member of the District Executive?
Yes.
What do we do for Air Scouts/Sea Scouts?
Scout Network members involved in Air Scouting or Sea Scouting are Members of the District Scout Network like all other young adults aged 18-25. Given the specific interests in air and sea activities, these Scout Network members may focus their activities through projects related to air and sea. They can continue to wear the Air and Sea Scout Network uniform.
SSAGO – Student Scout and Guide Organisation
Members of The Student Scout and Guide Organisation (SSAGO) are welcome to join the Scout Network, either through local District Scout Networks or the UK Scout Network if they don't have a connection with a District. District Scout Network Commissioners together with ACCs (Scout Network) should look to raise awareness of the Scout Network amongst student populations. www.ssago.org.uk
What are the options for people who have held County Scout Network Commissioner and Network Leader Roles?
These roles will be closed after the transition period. Scout Network will be supported by a District Scout Network Commissioner and an Assistant County Commissioner (Scout Network). If members express an interest in these roles they will need to follow the existing appointment process.
How do I run a joint Explorer Scout and Scout Network expedition within the rules of the Nights Away Permit Scheme?
You should be aware of the following information:
Therefore (as an example):
Can an event passport be used for a joint Explorer Scout and Scout Network nights away activity.
No. Event passports can only be used where an adult is not
present overnight, Scout Network members are adults and therefore a Nights Away
Permit holder is required to be present during the overnight element of the
event.
What if the Scout Network members do not want to take on an adult role or get a permit?
Any other adults with appropriate roles can fulfil the requirement to have adults present, including the requirement for nights away permits. Where the young people are on an expedition which requires them to be independent the nights away permit holder and leaders can be separate from the group whilst still on the same site overnight. The leaders would have responsibility for the group and event passports would not be suitable (as Scout Network members are present).What rules apply when an Explorer Scout turns 18 during an event?
A young person who turns 18 during an event or residential activity (of no more than one month’s duration) shall be treated as under 18, and be subject to all rules applicable to under 18 year olds, for the duration of that event (POR 4.7l).