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Written question asked by Lord Rogan (Ulster Unionist Party) on Monday, 4 September 2023, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Monday, 18 September 2023. It was answered by Lord Parkinson of Whitley Bay (Conservative) on Monday, 18 September 2023 on behalf of the Department for Culture, Media and Sport.

South Korea: Scouts and Guides

Question

To ask His Majesty's Government what discussions they are having with Scouts UK in regards to providing financial support towards the £1 million cost of relocating the UK Contingent from the site of the 25th World Scout Jamboree in South Korea.

Answer

His Majesty’s Government is in regular contact with the Scout Association about the incidents that occurred during the World Scout Jamboree.

HM Government has provided significant support in recent years to uniformed youth organisations, including the Scouts. This includes over £16 million so that uniformed youth organisations can recruit more volunteers, tackle waiting lists, and increase the locations able to offer positive activities to young people.

This forms part of the Government’s National Youth Guarantee: that by 2025 every young person will have access to regular clubs and activities, adventures away from home, and opportunities to volunteer. This is supported by a three-year investment of over £500 million in youth services, reflecting young people's priorities and addressing the inconsistencies in national youth spending with a firm focus on levelling up.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL9834
Session
2022-23
Subjects
British nationals abroad Government assistance Location Scout Association Scouts and guides South Korea
Link
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