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The Trustee Selection Process

There are some additional steps in the joining journey for Trustees, they MUST:

  • Be appointed at the Annual General Meeting after taking part in an open selection process, or at regular Trustee Board meeting (if co-opted during the year)
  • Sign a Trustee declaration. 
  • Complete Being a Trustee in Scouts learning as part of Growing Roots. 
  • Satisfy the Elements of the Trustee eligibility check below.. 

Trustees don’t need to attend a Welcome Conversation if that’s their only role..


Guidance on the selection process

Tools to support Trustee Boards

England, Wales and British Scouting OverseasBelow is a summary of the checks required as of January 2024. Legal requirements can change, so make sure to read the England and Wales Charity Commissions guidance (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/charity-trustee-disqualification) for the latest information on Trustee eligibility.   

The Elements of the Trustee Eligibility Check

There are three registers to check. If a person is listed on one or more of these registers, they’re not able to be a Trustee.   

These should be carried out by a nominated member of the Trustee Board.

1. Individual Insolvency Register

2. Register of disqualifications

3. Register of removed charity Trustees