SCOUT groups in Worcester are appealing to the public for volunteers. Scouts Hereford & Worcester are finally going back to face-to-face activities. However,with the pandemic affecting the number of volunteers, the Scouts are appealing to the public for adult volunteers. Meg Williams, Growth and Development Officer for the Scouts said, “Covid-19 has obviously affected how Scout groups can meet and run.”Since the end of March, groups around the county have been returning to face-to-face activities. She added, “Most of our groups have been very resourceful and transferred Scouting to online virtual sessions. However, we have lost some members during the past twelve months, up to 20% in certain areas of the County.” Miss Williams confirms the Scouts have welcomed financial support from Scouts both local and national, with aid provided from the council and government. She said, "This has helped greatly and seen some fantastic investment with new equipment, repairs to building". She added "Without volunteers, Scout groups run the risk of closing which would have a devastating impact on the young people in that community."