Gone Home - Richard Freeman (updated)

It is with great sadness to report that Richard Freeman, one of our County Vice-Presidents, has passed away after a short illness. He developed pneumonia over the weekend and died peacefully in hospital on Wednesday 10th October

Richard gave over 60 years of service to scouting in Suffolk in many roles from Assistant Scout Leader to County Chairman. He will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends at this difficult time.

Richard's Memorial Service will be held at the United Reform Church, Whiting Street, Bury St. Edmunds, IP33 1NR on Friday 26th October at 11.30am. The family have asked that any donations are made to Suffolk Scouts.

National Scout & Guide Music Courses

 

We are really pleased to announce that applications for the 2019 NSGSO and NSGCB course are now open. We are taking applications for both the Orchestra and the Concert Band. 

The course and concerts are based in Stourbridge, West Midlands and runs from Sunday 28 July - Sunday 4 August 2019. The closing date for applications is midnight on Saturday 15 December.

 Last year 142 young people attended - a record year again. The course is hosted by Birmingham Scout County in conjunction with Girlguiding Birmingham. 

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NEW MANDATORY GDPR TRAINING

With the introduction of the new General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR), HQ have developed a new e-learning module that is compulsory for all adults to complete. The deadline for existing adults with appointments (not Occasional Helpers) to complete this training is 31/12/2018.

If you are a new leader, this is now part of your Getting Started training which must be completed within 5 months of your appointment.

Once the e-learning has been completed, please show the certificate to your Training Adviser or send a copy to your Local Training Manager so your Compass profile can be updated accordingly.

The e-learning and more information can be found by clicking this link.

European Jamboree 2020

Calling all leaders

After a gap of nearly 15 years, since the UK hosted the last European Jamboree in 2005, the upcoming European Scout Jamboree will take place in Poland in July/August 2020. Building on the fantastic programme developed as part of their World Scout Jamboree bids the Scouts and Guides of Poland invite you to join them for 11 days of activities, combining the chance to develop new skills, make new friends from across Europe and experience Poland’s beautiful countryside. Based on its own island close to the city of Gdansk, the purpose built site is within walking distance of beautiful sandy beaches, pine forests and a short bus ride from the bustling city. 

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Badge Competition

To celebrate the partnership between the North-West Province, Scouts South Africa and Suffolk Scouts, we are launching a badge competition! 

The competition is open to ALL members of scouting, young and old from both areas. The winning deisgn will be worn on uniform both in Suffolk and the North-West Province.

We are looking for a design that truly reflects the the spirit of the partnership which is one of equality, friendship and fun. Details are on the flyer below and includes some ideas to get you started.... Entries can be hand drawn or computer generated.

Scanned entries/pictures should be sent by e-mail to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..  The entry deadline is 31st October 2018.

REMINDER - Training Academy bookings close soon!

REMINDER: Training Academy 14 - bookings close Fri 21st at midnight - so please get your course modules booked ASAP. Spaces currently on module 12a (11), module 12b (5), module 14 (6), module 19 (10), module 5 (5), module 15 (4).
You will need an account on the system to book. A guide on the system is available on the main training page.

County AGM - 2018

Jane Dickinson (County Commissioner) &

            Peter Jones (County Chairman) 

request the pleasure of your company at

The Annual General Meeting of the Suffolk County Scout Council

on

Thursday 27th September 2018, 7.00pm for 8pm

at

 The Priory School, Mount Road, Bury St. Edmunds, IP32 7BH

Light refreshments will be served from 7.00pm to 8.00pm

RSVP to: Carl Gloess, County Secretary,
143 Cauldwell Hall Road, Ipswich, IP4 5BS or by This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. (click on link)

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