Inspiring. Supporting. Motivating. Each year, we take this opportunity to recognise exceptional people whose extraordinary dedication and commitment to young people and Scouting has been marked with a St George’s Day Award Recognition means different things to different people. Some like to be thanked in a public way for their achievements, whilst others prefer to keep it low-key. Both reactions are fine and need to be respected and I would like to add my own very loud congratulations to all. The awards and the reasons behind them are all very much deserved. We recognise those who have gone that little bit further in their support of Scouting. The St George’s Day Awards are also an opportunity to mention the truly inspiring recipients of Gallantry and Meritorious Awards who have shown such courage and determination in the most challenging of circumstances. A read of the citations is such a humbling experience. We know that the Section and Unit leaders who deliver exciting and inspiring programmes are at the forefront of making a difference to the lives of young people. But we also need to recognise those individuals who motivate, inspire and support adults to ensure they can do what they do best. This reflects a true partnership which is at the very heart of our continued success. This year we will be joining with GirlGuiding UK for a service at Westminster Abbey on 5 November and I look
forward to welcoming many of you and to thanking you personally for your achievements. Congratulations again and a very big thank you on behalf of our young people and society as a whole to all our volunteers who help to make a difference.
Wayne Bulpitt UK Chief Commissioner
We endeavour to ensure that all recipients are listed. If you do not see your name listed, please contact the Awards Department at Gilwell Park. Call 020 8433 7193 or email lynda.gray@scouts.org.uk 2
23 April 2011