Michele is currently in her second term as an elected member of the District Executive Committee. The District Executive Committee plays a vital role in the running of a Scout District. Executive Committees make decisions and carry out administrative tasks to ensure that the best quality Scouting can be delivered to young people in the District. The Executive Committee exists to support the District Commissioner in meeting the responsibilities of their appointment. Members of the Executive Committee must act collectively as charity trustees of the Scout District, and in the best interests of its members. As a nominated member Michele was elected by the Scout Council and approved at the Annual General Meeting.
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Christina Ponting
Christina was appointed as Deputy District Commissioner in June 2019. Christina’s District role focuses on the Adult journey and People. Christina joined Scouting as a Group Scout Leader at the 4th Tynemouth, Christina quickly took on other roles such as Assistant District Commissioner for Support. Christina is also on the District Appointments Committee and District Executive Committee.
Christina’s role is to work in partnership with the District Commissioner with managing and supporting the Scout District to ensure it runs effectively and that Scouting within the District develops in accordance with the rules and policies of the Scout Association so that the District provides good quality Scouting for young people and proactively supports and manages adults in the District.
Liz Hay
Liz was appointed as Deputy District Chair and Appointments Committee Chair in October 2021. Liz has held roles across the District and various groups. Liz started her journey as an Assistant Cub Leader in 1989 for 9 years. She then held various roles with in Scout Fellowship and Scout Active Support Units. Liz became a member of the District Executive Committee where she still remains a nominated member. Liz has also been Joint District Scout Active Support manager and District Beaver Leader.
