This document outlines the fire safety guidelines and systems required for all Scouting Ireland scout dens and meeting places. Prepared by Eamon O’Boyle and Associates for Scouting Ireland in October 2018, it aims to ensure all occupied buildings are consis...
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This document is an open communication letter sent by the Governance Review Group (GRG) to the membership of Scouting Ireland in October 2018. It outlines the history of governance reform since 2014, when the group was established to ensure compliance with...
This document is a comprehensive governance and transition review report tracking the restructure of Scouting Ireland's national administration. It was produced by the Transition Sub Committee to evaluate proposed structural changes initially recommended by...
This document is a template for a Scout Group Concessions Policy, designed to be adapted by individual Scout Groups within Scouting Ireland. It outlines the core principles of Scouting in Ireland, emphasizing that it is a voluntary, uniformed, and non-forma...
This document is an educational resource pamphlet outlining the requirements and integration of the World Scout Environment Badge (WSEB) within Scouting Ireland. It is aimed at all youth sections, helping scouts connect with the natural world and complete m...
This document outlines Scouting Ireland's Crisis Management Procedure Guidelines, which were issued by the National Management Committee on September 24, 2011. The policy is designed for all Scouting members and staff to manage extraordinary events that fal...
This policy document, designated SID 37/05, was produced by the International Commissioner and team on behalf of Scouting Ireland. Its primary purpose is to outline a structured approach to long-term international scout partnerships in compliance with the M...
This document is a formal policy issued by Scouting Ireland, designated as reference SID 39C/10 and adopted on September 18, 2010. The policy outlines the regulations for handling, using, storing, retaining, and disposing of background check disclosures rec...
This document is Scouting Ireland's 'Policy on Closed and Inactive Groups' (SID 58/10), adopted on 8 May 2010. It establishes official procedures and administrative responsibilities for handling Scout Groups that decline in membership. It defines an 'Inacti...
This policy document, reference SID 59/10, outlines the rules and procedures for the "Grants for Scout Den Development" scheme within Scouting Ireland. Adopted on May 8, 2010, the policy was established following a National Council motion instructing the Na...
This policy document, titled 'SID 67-10 - Contracts Policy,' was adopted by Scouting Ireland on September 18, 2010. It establishes the mandatory rules and procedures governing all expenditure contracts at provincial and national levels. The policy is design...
This official policy document (Reference: SID 68/10), adopted by Scouting Ireland on September 18, 2010, regulates the reimbursement of allowable expenses incurred by employees and volunteers. Under these rules, claims must be pre-approved by the relevant b...
This document is the Fixed Assets and Capital Expenditure Policy (reference SID 70/10) produced by Scouting Ireland. It was originally adopted on September 18, 2010, and amended on November 27, 2010. The policy applies to all capital expenditures at Provinc...
This policy document, designated as SID 40/05 (Appendix 2 of the Code of Good Practice), establishes the mandatory child protection reporting procedures for Scouting Ireland. Produced by the national organization, it applies to all youth members, adult volu...
This Terms of Reference document, designated TOR-SUB14, defines the role and responsibilities of an Investigation Officer (IO) within Scouting Ireland. Originally issued in December 2019 and last amended in January 2020, the document guides individuals cond...
This document outlines the official Data Protection Policy (SI-DP01) of Scouting Ireland, approved on August 15, 2021, with an effective date of August 20, 2021, and a scheduled review date of August 20, 2022. Produced by the Information and Communications...
This document details the procedural steps required to resolve grievances and disputes within Scouting Ireland, applicable to adult volunteers and professional staff. Issued on July 16, 2021, by the Volunteer and Group Support Department (VGS), it is a comp...
This document establishes the official Disciplinary Policy of Scouting Ireland, applicable to all adult volunteer members and professional staff. Created by the Volunteer and Group Support Department, the policy was issued on July 16, 2021, with a next revi...
This document is the official Membership Policy of Scouting Ireland (reference BOD-MA-001), produced by the Volunteer & Group Support Department & Core Team. It defines how individuals join and maintain membership within a Scout Group, categorizing particip...
This document outlines the Terms of Reference (TOR-SUB13) for the Disciplinary Panel of Scouting Ireland. It was issued by the Board of Scouting Ireland for the governance of disciplinary matters concerning adult members. The panel consists of three individ...
This document outlines Scouting Ireland's formal procedure for the suspension without prejudice of adult members. Produced by Scouting Ireland for its Board of Directors, Delegated Officers, and general membership, it establishes guidelines for when immedia...
This document is the official Health Promotion Policy (SID-YP07) of Scouting Ireland, categorized under the Youth Programme. Originally issued on February 10, 2018, and last amended in February 2021, the policy establishes a holistic approach to health that...
This document establishes the Disputes Policy for Youth Members Under 18 (SID-CCD03) for Scouting Ireland, which was originally issued in November 2017 and last amended on January 11, 2020. Categorized under Complaints, Conflict, and Disciplinary, this poli...
This policy document (SID-AR02), issued on October 14, 2017, and last amended in October 2020, outlines rules for adults working with youth members in Scouting Ireland. It applies to all adults aged 18 or older participating in activities or meetings. It de...
This document defines the Terms of Reference (TOR-SUB04) for the Disputes Resolution and Appeals Panel (DRAP) Sub-committee of Scouting Ireland. Originally issued on July 8, 2017, and last amended on September 22, 2019, it outlines the group's responsibilit...
This document outlines the Terms of Reference for Scouting Ireland's Finance Support Team, catalogued under reference SID 101/13. Initially issued on June 16, 2013, and amended on June 11, 2016, the document defines the team's role in supporting Group, Coun...
This document details the Terms of Reference for the Provincial Management Support Group within Scouting Ireland, designated as SID 92/12. Originally issued on June 16, 2012, and last amended on May 14, 2016, its primary purpose is to coordinate and align s...
This document outlines the "Up and Running Phased Development" process for opening new Scout Groups in communities. Issued by the National Management Committee of Scouting Ireland, it serves as an aid for both Professional Staff (such as PSOs and GSFs) and...
This document establishes Scouting Ireland's Anti-Fraud Policy, issued as policy SID 139/16 on February 13, 2016, by the National Management Committee. The policy outlines the organization’s commitment to transparency and honesty, establishing a zero-tolera...
This document establishes the structure, roles, and rules for the Scouting Ireland Third Level Rover Clubs & Societies Network. Issued by the National Management Committee, it outlines responsibilities for various positions supporting clubs in higher educat...
This document provides official job descriptions and appointment details for key roles within Scouting Ireland's provincial structures. Issued by the National Management Committee, it outlines the duties, qualifications, and accountability of various provin...
This document outlines the Terms of Reference for the Scouting Ireland Den Development Grant Committee. Issued by the National Management Committee, it defines the roles, objectives, and administrative guidelines for the committee. The primary role of the c...
This document establishes the formal Risk Management Policy and Framework for Scouting Ireland, incorporating ISO 31000 standards. Issued by the National Management Committee, it applies to all volunteers, employees, and management systems within the associ...
This is a policy document outlining the Risk Management Framework for Scouting Ireland, produced by the National Management Committee for use by all staff and volunteers. Its primary purpose is to integrate systematic risk management across all scouting act...
This is the Whistle Blower Policy of Scouting Ireland, produced by the National Management Committee to ensure high ethical standards, honesty, and compliance with laws. The policy applies to all directors, volunteers, members, and employees, providing a sa...
This is a Terms of Reference (ToR) document outlining the scope, authority, composition, and responsibilities of the Audit and Risk Management Committee of Scouting Ireland. Established by the Board of Directors, this sub-committee helps the Board fulfill i...
This is the Equality, Diversity, and Inclusiveness Policy of Scouting Ireland, produced by the National Management Committee for all adult and youth members. Its purpose is to declare Scouting Ireland's commitment to equal access, fair treatment, and positi...
This policy document, reviewed by the Constitution and Rules Committee, outlines the procedures for appointing temporary Group Leaders or County Commissioners within Scouting Ireland. It applies to Scout Groups and Counties when an active officer is unable...
This policy document outlines the Capital Expenditure Approval Process for Scouting Ireland, issued by the National Management Committee on September 27th, 2014. Its primary aims are to ensure all proposed expenditures receive due consideration, projects re...
This policy document details Scouting Ireland's Graphic and Publications Policy, issued on June 14th, 2014 by the National Management Committee. The policy aims to protect the organization's intellectual property by requiring all rights for graphics and pub...
This policy document outlines the annual registration fees, rebate structures, and grant schemes for Scouting Ireland, as amended on June 14th, 2014. The policy establishes that Scout Counties can receive annual registration fee rebates in two tranches base...
This Standard Operating Procedure document, SOP-COM01, details the editing and proofreading procedure for all print and electronic national publications within Scouting Ireland. Amended on January 7th, 2017, the procedure is managed by the Communications Co...
This policy document (SID 102/13), titled the Conflict of Interest Policy, was issued on June 16, 2013, by the National Management Committee of Scouting Ireland. The policy applies strictly to Board members of Scouting Ireland and members of sub-committees...
This document (SID 96/13) is the World Adults in Scouting Policy, originally developed by the World Organisation of the Scout Movement (WOSM) in 2011 and formally adopted by Scouting Ireland on February 23, 2013. The policy establishes a systematic framewor...
This policy document (SID 93/12), titled "Policy on Girls and Boys, Women and Men in Scouting Ireland," was issued by the National Management Committee on November 25, 2012. It outlines Scouting Ireland's commitment to being a co-educational, inclusive move...
This document is a set of guidelines, titled SID 87/12, produced by the National Management Committee of Scouting Ireland to assist members in participating in funerals. It is primarily aimed at Catholic sponsored Scout Groups but also addresses Church of I...
This document outlines the official Crisis Management Policy of Scouting Ireland, identified as SID 20/04 and issued by the National Management Committee. Originally issued on February 21, 2004, the policy was subsequently revised and amended on November 26...
This document is the official Water Safety Policy of Scouting Ireland, designated as SID 85/11 and issued by the National Management Committee. Released on November 26, 2011, it recognizes the critical role of water safety in the Youth Programme, adventure...
This document is the Scouting Ethical Living Education Policy of Scouting Ireland, designated as SID 83/11 and issued by the National Management Committee. Published on September 24, 2011, this policy details Scouting's belief in a unique value system roote...
This document contains the Scouting Ethical Living Education Guidelines, designated as SID 83/11A and issued by the National Management Committee on September 24, 2011. These guidelines serve as a practical extension of the Ethical Living Education Policy (...
This policy document, issued by the National Management Committee of Scouting Ireland, outlines the recruitment process for the Chief Executive Officer (CEO). It specifies that the National Secretary, supported by an independent consultant who chairs the in...
This document provides the guidelines for Scouting Ireland youth programme activities conducted abroad, which is defined as outside the island of Ireland and its off-shore islands. It must be read in conjunction with the Youth Programme Abroad Policy (SID-Y...
This document is the official policy of Scouting Ireland regarding camping and outdoor adventures, serving as the foundation for the related guidelines in SID-YP06. It asserts that camping and outdoor activities are core, fundamental elements of the Youth P...
This document provides the official guidelines for camping and outdoor adventure activities within Scouting Ireland, complementing the Camping and Adventures in the Out of Doors Policy (SID-YP05). It outlines the requirement for youth members and Scouters t...
This official policy document outlines the Scout Promise and Scout Law as defined in the Constitution of Scouting Ireland. Produced by Scouting Ireland, it serves as a central guiding text for both youth members and adult Scouters across all sections. The d...
This policy document defines the official rules and standards for youth programmes and scout activities taking place outside the island of Ireland. Created by Scouting Ireland, the policy is mandatory for all Scout Groups and Scout Counties planning interna...
This document is an official policy and educational guideline titled "Scout Method Policy and Support Document" under reference SID 64/10. It was formally adopted by Scouting Ireland on September 18, 2010. The policy is designed for adult Scouters, youth pr...
This document is a policy document titled "Policy on Promoting Cultural Diversity" (SID-EQ01), published by Scouting Ireland. Originally issued on May 26, 2007, it was last amended on February 10, 2018, with a scheduled review date of February 2021. The pol...
This document is a formal policy titled "Spiritual and Religious Policy" (SID-SL01), published by Scouting Ireland. It was originally issued on March 31, 2007, and last amended on February 10, 2018, with its next review planned for February 2021. The policy...
This document outlines the official guidelines for establishing and operating a Parents and Friends Support Group (PFSG) within Scouting Ireland, designated as reference SID 44/06. Adopted on July 29, 2006, the policy emphasizes that Scout Groups require su...