EPC, acting as the sole trustee of the charity, is delighted that 1st Effingham Scout Group has responded positively to its offer to resolve differences through mediation. EPC discussed its representation at a meeting of the trustee on 16th October 2025 and passed a resolution nominating Trustee Chair, Paula Moss and fellow trustee member and parish councillor, Laurence Smith, as their representatives at mediation. The Trustee approved the motion put forward by Vice Chair of The Trustee, Liz Hogger, seconded by Arnold Pindar. The minute reads:
“The Trustee (EPC) approved a resolution that its mediation team be given the authority to make an agreement with 1st Effingham Scout Group at Mediation, on behalf of the trustee, that it feels meets the requirements of the trust. Such resolution to be circulated to legal representatives, 1Es and the mediator as appropriate. “
It was reported at the meeting that: ” We are awaiting 1ES agreement on mediation teams, but a potential date, mediator and venue have been agreed”
This is hopefully a significant step forward, and we hope to reach an agreement acceptable to both sides soon.