The District Trustee Board plays a vital role in the running of a Scout District. Trustees make decisions and carry out administrative tasks to ensure that the resources are available so that the best quality Scouting can be delivered in the District.
The Trustee Board exists to support the District Lead Volunteer in meeting the responsibilities of their appointment.
The board acts collectively as charity trustees of the Scout District, and in the best interests of its members.
Oliver Chambers
Ex-officio Member
District Lead Volunteer, Member of the Finance Committee, Appointments Panel
Jeff Shaw
Nominated by the DC
Chair of the Trustee Board and Finance Committee
Cath Mudford
Elected Member
Treasurer & Member of the Finance Committee
Vacant
Elected Member
Secretary
Grace Wheeler
Ex-officio Member
District Youth Lead
Vacant
Ex-officio Member
14 – 24 Team Leader
Mike Walker
Ex-officio Member
Clogwyn Activity Centre Manager
Kevin Holland
Ex-officio Member
District Centre Manager
Matt Morris
Ex-officio Member
Queen Charlotte’s Wood Activity Centre Manager
Andy Wheeler
Elected Member
Chair of Development Programme Steering Group, Member of the Adult Appointments Committee
Emily Morris
Elected Member
Ben Nugent
Elected Member
Colin Chambers
Elected Member
Member of the Health, Safety and Environment Committee
Ron Sayle
Nominated Member
Chair of the Awards Advisory Committee, Member of the Adult Appointments Committee
Michelle Pickstock
Elected Member
Secretary
Derek Hillbeck
Invited Member
District Advisor
Responsibilities for the Board include:
- Complying with the Policy, Organisation and Rules of The Scout Association.
- Protecting and maintaining any property and equipment owned by and/or used by the District.
- Managing the District finances.
- Providing insurance for people, property and equipment.
- Providing sufficient resources for Scouting to operate. This includes, but is not limited to, supporting recruitment, other adult support, and fundraising activities.
- Promoting and support the development of Scouting in the local area.
- Managing and implement the Safety Policy locally.
- Ensuring that a positive image of Scouting exists in the local community.
- Appointing and managing the operation of any sub- Committees, including appointing Chairs to lead the sub-Committees.
- Ensuring that Young People are meaningfully involved in decision making at all levels within the District.
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Interested in Joining?
Becoming a Charity Trustee looks great on a CV and is a great way to assist the movement if being a leader maybe isn’t for you.
The District Trustee Board is formed/elected each year at our Annual General Meeting. We are always looking for new members of all ages from diverse backgrounds. If you would be interested in becoming a trustee please get in touch.
Subcommittees
Adult Appointments Committee
This panel advises the District Lead Volunteer on the appointment of adults leaders and volunteers.
Awards Advisory Committee
This panel makes recommendations to the District Lead Volunteer regarding volunteers who deserve recognition for an award.
Finance Committee
This committee serves as a small working party that look at the District’s finances and assets and make recommendations back to the Trustee Board
Health, Safety & Environment Committee
This committee serves as a small working party that look’s at the District’s safe working practices and reports back to the Trustee Board. The committee are made up of a number of people with professional backgrounds and experience and can also support groups.
