Dear Fellow Scouts,
I was very pleased to receive an email this week from the County Commissioner, following the completion of the 2024 census, informing me of the results. First, thank you for completing the forms. Second, I was thrilled about the outcomes and in particular the growth in our young and adult numbers, now positioning the organisation in Hampshire above our pre-pandemic figures. We also continue to grow our Squirrel Dreys which is extremely good for the future of the organisation and our Mission Statement 'to prepare young people with skills fore life'.
Finally, may I thank all the Leaders for their continuing support and enthusiasm in developing this excellent organisation.
I wish you all the very best for 2024. Yours sincerely,
Nigel Atkinson
HM Lord-Lieutenant of Hampshire
President of Hampshire Scouts
