UKHSA and MHRA are urging the public not to use 4 specified non-sterile alcohol-free wipe products due to the risk of infection associated with their use. Additionally, UKHSA and MHRA would like to remind people that non-sterile alcohol-free wipes, of any type…
Help develop volunteers
The Scouts has made changes to the volunteer welcome journey in recent years, including the introduction of Welcome Conversations and simplified learning. At the moment, we don’t have enough Welcome Conversation Volunteers in Blacktoft Beacon, and we’d love more people to get…
Humberside Youth Forum
At the end of January, Blacktoft Beacon was proud to be well represented at the first ever Humberside Youth Forum. We were super proud to hear we made up half of all attendees. We were also delighted to see some of our…
Supporting Adult Recruitment: Parent Rotas Matter
While we’ve seen some positive movement in volunteer numbers, we know we need to do more. This article is part of a monthly series of ways to support adult recruitment in groups. We have seen where everyone plays a part…
District Membership Census: What the Numbers Tell Us
We’ve recently completed our annual membership census. Every January, groups and sections across the district report their membership numbers, which helps determine annual membership fees and provides HQ with important demographic information. This data is also essential when applying for…
Nominations Open for the 2026 St George’s Day Award
We’re pleased to announce the launch of the St George’s Day Award for 2026. This prestigious district award recognises volunteers, young people, and supporter organisations who have gone the extra mile in Scouts — whether that’s through years of dedication, a…
Risk Assessment Hub Now Live
We know that risk assessments can feel daunting. Many leaders find them time-consuming, and for some it’s hard to know where to start. We’ve listened to your feedback and created a Risk Assessment Hub to make things easier. On the hub you’ll…
Programme Hub to Support Our Sections
We’re excited to share that our programme hub has been updated to better support leaders running their sections. If you’ve ever found yourself struggling to fill an evening, looking for fresh programme ideas, or searching for new places to visit,…
A guide to Learning
With the new membership system, the way we complete our learning has changed. Safety & Safeguarding Safety and Safeguarding learning is to be completed through online learning, which when completed automatically updates your membership profile. To access this, you need…
Applications Now Open for Tesco Stronger Starts
Your group could get up to £1500 for a project or equipment that you need. The new round of applications for grants from Tesco Stronger Starts is now open!! The scheme is open to all schools, registered charities and not-for-profit…
