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Scouting Ireland
Uniform proposals
12th March 2018
Scouting Ireland uniform proposals 12th March 2018
Introduction
At our National Council in 2016 the following motion was
passed:
Motion GP-21
“That this National Council instructs the National Management
Committee to implement the promised uniform review and to
present a report on its findings to next year’s National Council.”
In January 2017 the National Management Committee set up a
Uniform Review Committee headed by the Communications
Commissioner. The terms of reference were agreed and the
committee set about their work having launched the review at
National Council 2017.
Over the following months the team - through numerous
meetings, roadshows, questionnaires, national events and
conferences - interacted with over 8,000 members, parents and
interested parties. We challenged viewpoints, answered
questions, proposed solutions, and most importantly, listened.
Scouting Ireland has a proud tradition of wearing uniform. The
vast majority of respondents want us to have a uniform that
shows that we are scouts and that they would be proud to
wear.
From all our interaction the big issues with the current uniform
related primarily to fit and comfort.
Having listened to and compiled the results of all our
interactions the team are proposing changes that we believe
achieve the main objectives of being fit for purpose:
Improved fit
Value for money
Low maintenance
Practical (for activities and for ceremonies)
Non-wrinkle & colour fast fabrics
Increase wearing of uniform
Appealing external image of Scouting
Most importantly we want to portray Scouting as an active youth
movement. We asked ourselves what a measure of success in
this project might be. If more of our members wear the uniform,
and wear it more often with pride, then that is surely the
measure.
Adventures Begin Here!
Kieran Cody
Communications Commissioner
On behalf of the Uniform Review Committee
Fit for purpose
1. Improved fit and cut
2. Quality of fabrics – low maintenance
3. Suitable for activities and ceremonies
4. Reflect an active youth movement
5. A better uniform that will be worn more often
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Our current uniform
Scouting Ireland uniform proposals 12th March 2018
Approved by National Council in October 2004
New Uniform Proposals
The following pages describe the proposed new uniform for all sections and for Scouters.
We referenced scout uniforms from other National Scout Organisations and also a wide range of garment and fabric
samples. A set of bronze samples were made up in December & January, working with three different garment
manufacturers, which have informed this presentation.
A set of silver samples are currently being prepared and will be displayed at National Council. These will simulate
final details and fabrics in so far as possible but will not perfectly match production.
May to October 2017 – Surveys, research & consultations and a detailed review of apparel & scout uniform
September to December 2017 – Develop proposals, compile feedback, draw up specifications for Bronze samples.
January to February 2018 – Review full suite of Bronze samples and update all specifications for Silver samples.
March to April 2018 – Present proposals to the membership.
Proposed uniform
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Navy base colour, WOSM badge and Scouting Ireland embroidery/badge across the board.
New Zip Top for Beaver Scouts & Cub Scouts with distinguishing coloured panels.
Redesigned shirt for Scouts, Venture Scouts, Rover Scouts & Scouters – an alternative colour for Scouts was rejected by the
respective Youth Forums. Better fit, fabric and simplified detailing.
New section and Sea Scouting badges to be worn opposite the Scouting Ireland badge.
Zip Top alternative for Scouts, Venture Scouts, Rover Scouts & Scouters.
Choice in relation to lower garment – ref. page 14
The following pages describe the new proposals in more detail.
Beaver Scout & Cub Scout Top
1. Durable polyester fabric
2. Half zip with stand up collar
3. Distinctive side panels
4. Reflective tape seams at back
5. Shaped hem and square cuffs
Photos show first sample of top
All details to be refined
Zip Tops
New Zip Tops for Beaver Scouts and Cub Scouts – coloured panels to identify section
Shaped hem, side panels and reflective tape seams at back.
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Zip Tops
Distinctive panels to identify sections
WOSM badge sewn on
Embroidered Scouting Ireland emblem
Proven durable fabrics
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Shirt fabric
1. Cotton/Polyester mix
2. Square weave texture for feel and durability
3. Mid weight for comfort
Photo shows first sample of shirt
All details to be refined
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Shirts
FEMALE
Internal pockets
Shaped waist and hem
WOSM badge sewn on
Scouting Ireland emblem badge sewn on
Proven durable fabrics – Cotton/Poly mix
Can be worn tucked in or out
UNISEX
External pockets
Shaped hem – drop at back
WOSM badge sewn on
Scouting Ireland emblem badge sewn on
Proven durable fabrics – Cotton/Poly mix
Can be worn tucked in or out
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Shirts
Same colour for Scouts, Venture Scouts, Rover Scouts and Scouters
Distinguishing badge above left pocket for each section – ref. next page
Simplified cut and details taking cues from current trail shirt design
Suitable for active wear and for ceremonies
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Section badges
A badge for each section can be sewn above the left pocket
Adult awards would be worn in this location by Scouters
Sea Scouting badges as follows: ‘SEA SCOUT’ and ‘GASÓGA MARA’
Designs shown subject to amendment
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Zip Tops
FEMALE
Shaped waist and hem
WOSM badge sewn on
Embroidered Scouting Ireland emblem & name
Proven durable fabrics – polyester
Dark Navy side panels
UNISEX
Shaped hem – drop at back
WOSM badge sewn on
Embroidered Scouting Ireland emblem & name
Proven durable fabrics – polyester
Dark Navy side panels
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Zip Tops
Same colour for Scouts, Venture Scouts, Rover Scouts and Scouters
Distinguishing badge may be worn on upper left chest for each section and by Sea Scout Groups
Unisex/Male and Female cuts
Suitable for active wear and ceremonies
Sized to be worn over the shirt or with a base layer
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Trousers
A clear majority of the participants in all surveys
and consultations chose to allow the wearing of an
appropriate navy lower garment by its members as
agreed and defined by the relevant scout group.
An official pattern of dark navy Pull-Up trousers and
Female & Male trousers to be available from The
Scout Shop for individuals and Scout Groups to
wear if that is their preference.
(to be worded in detail in a revised uniform policy
and guideline).
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Scouting Ireland badge
The above variation (name in English only) will be
provided as an alternative if required.
Emblem centred.
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The Scouting Ireland emblem and name in English
and ‘As Gaeilge’ will be featured on all uniform
shirts and tops.
On the Zip Tops it is proposed to embroider the
above graphic - as shown in the illustrations on the
previous pages.
On shirts it will be a woven badge without an
overlock, sewn on in the factory, and in a colour to
match the shirt – similar to the photo on page 9.
Time Line
If the uniform motion is passed by National Council, the National Management Committee will amend the Uniform Policy to reflect
the proposals. The current policy will remain in effect ‘in parallel’ for a period of three years to allow members to change over as
they change sections, to avoid unnecessary cost.
If passed the new zip tops, including the Beaver Scout and Cub Scout tops, will be available from Autumn 2018, with the new shirt
& trousers available early in 2019.
There will be a further review of the proposals in September 2020 to assess members’ views on the new garments.
If the uniform motion is rejected the current Uniform Policy remains in place.
Thank You
Scouting Ireland uniform proposals 12th March 2018