Archive for November, 2009

Scout leader jailed for boy abuse – BBC News

Monday, November 30th, 2009

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Norwich Evening News
Scout leader jailed for boy abuse
BBC News
A Scout Association spokesman said earlier: "The association is aware that Julien Pike has pleaded guilty to the charges laid before him.
Former Norwich scout leader jailed for four yearsNorwich Evening News

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House of Lords recognises Scouts campaign victory

Thursday, November 26th, 2009

Tribute has been paid in the House of Lords to the Scouts who successfully campaigned to overturn Ofwat’s plans to introduce a rain tax for community groups.

Read More: http://www.scouts.org.uk/news/248/house-of-lords-recognises-scouts-campaign-victory

Scouts in flood rescue and relief efforts

Wednesday, November 25th, 2009

Scouts in Cumbria are using their skills and abilities to help communities affected by the recent floods.

Read More: http://www.scouts.org.uk/news/247/scouts-in-flood-rescue-and-relief-efforts

Young people share insight at national youth forum

Monday, November 23rd, 2009

Over 30 young people aged 18-25 gathered in Oxford for the annual Insight event, an opportunity for younger adult Members to discuss their views about several aspects of Scouting’s work, and contribute towards the Movement’s vision.

Read More: http://www.scouts.org.uk/news/246/young-people-share-insight-at-national-youth-forum

Scout To Say Sorry For ‘Kill Jews’ Threat – Totally Jewish

Thursday, November 19th, 2009

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Scout To Say Sorry For 'Kill Jews' Threat
Totally Jewish
Simon Carter, a Scout Association spokesperson, said: "As Scouts we promise to do our duty and to help other people. Clearly this young person has not lived

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Scout Association welcomes ‘rain tax’ legislation in Queen’s Speech – Third Sector

Thursday, November 19th, 2009

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Scout Association welcomes 'rain tax' legislation in Queen's Speech
Third Sector
The Scout Association has welcomed the announcement of legislation in yesterday's Queen's Speech that

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Queen announces legislation to stop the rain tax

Wednesday, November 18th, 2009

The Scout Association today welcomed the announcement in the Queen’s Speech of legislation to allow water companies to operate concessionary schemes relating to surface water drainage and is calling for all MPs to ensure this legislation becomes law.

Read More: http://www.scouts.org.uk/news/245/queen-announces-legislation-to-stop-the-rain-tax

Regional Development Officer – Greater London – Third Sector

Wednesday, November 18th, 2009

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Regional Development Officer – Greater London
Third Sector
The Association has developed a vision and strategy to take Scouting forward to 2012 and beyond. The Scout Association's Regional Development Service will

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Harwich: Scouts’ bag packing saves headquarters roof – Harwich and Manningtree Standard

Tuesday, November 17th, 2009

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Harwich: Scouts' bag packing saves headquarters roof
Harwich and Manningtree Standard
Thanks to the £600 the cubs, scouts and leaders raised from donations on Saturday, and a grant from The Scout Association, the roof has been fixed already.

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Azerbaijani scouts demonstrate superiority over Armenian children: Azerbaijan … – Today.Az

Tuesday, November 17th, 2009

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Azerbaijani scouts demonstrate superiority over Armenian children: Azerbaijan
Today.Az
To what degree the Azerbaijani children are involved in a scout life? Namiq Jafarov: First, I want to note that the Azerbaijan Scout Association was founded

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