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THE GROUP EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

The Group Executive Committee manages the business affairs of the Group and comprises elected/nominated leaders, parents and other supporters. The Scout Group holds an Annual General Meeting (AGM), to which parents/supporters are invited. It is at this meeting that the Group Executive Committee is elected. Law regards all members of the Group Executive Committee as 'Charity Trustees'.

The Group Executive Committee exists to support the Group Scout Leader and is responsible for:

• the maintenance of Group property

• the raising of funds and the administration of Group finance

• the insurance of persons, property and equipment

• Group public occasions

• arranging accommodation and assisting to find camping grounds

• assisting in the recruitment of Leaders and other adult support

• appointing any sub-Committees that may be required

• appointing Group Administrators and Advisors other than those who are elected

This informative Factsheet  provides an outline description of the responsibilities of an executive committee together with some pointers to other information that may be useful for members of executive committees.

As a parent you can help out in various ways to improve the running and activities of the Scout Group. These include:

• responding to all communications in a positive and prompt manner

• ensuring that your child attends meetings regularly, on time and in full uniform

• encouraging your child to meet their commitment to attend church parade

• pay all subscriptions and membership fees promptly

• become an Adult Leader

• become an Instructor or Helper (a reduced commitment, but a chance to pass on skills)

• join the Group Executive Committee (be part of the support body and trustees of the Group)

• providing transport for Scouting Activities when requested