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HM King Charles III - Patron
HM King Charles III became Scouts' Patron in June 2024.
HRH The Princess of Wales - Joint President
Together with HRH The Duke of Kent, HRH The Princess of Wales champions the power of Scouting and oversees the Council, the Scouts’ governing body.
HRH The Duke of Kent - Joint President
HRH Prince Edward, The Duke of Kent (President from 1975 to present day), has attended numerous Scouts events, including visits to Baden-Powell House and Gilwell Park.
Chief Scout - Dwayne Fields
As the public face of the Scouts, Dwayne Fields promotes our values to a huge audience, inspiring thousands to gain new skills and look to the future with optimism.
Chair of the Board - Craig Dewar-Willox
The Board of Trustees shapes our decisions, approves our strategy and monitors our performance. As Chair of the Board, Craig leads on this.
UK Chief Volunteer - Carl Hankinson
As UK Chief Volunteer, Carl Hankinson heads up the UK Leadership Team – a group of volunteers who provide leadership and management across UK Scouting, along with specialised support in areas like programme, adult support and safety.
Chief Executive - Aidan Jones
As Chief Executive, Aidan Jones is responsible for the strategy and staff management of the Scouts – the UK’s largest coeducation youth movement.