What is the National Awards Advisory Group?

In July 2018 the National Awards Advisory Group was appointed to support the Scouts award schemes, as well as the national honours and other external award schemes.

The National Awards Advisory Group is led by its Chair, whose role is to ensure the group meets its purpose to review and make decisions on award nominations.

The National Awards Advisory Group are able to support and provide guidance to local Scouts with awards and recognitions of service, as well as considering the nominations for specific awards and making recommendations to the Chief Scout. They also monitor the rules and procedures concerning awards and recognition.