It’s been over a year since the Scottish Parliament unanimously passed the law to incorporate the UNCRC, but after the UK Supreme Court asked for amendments, progress has stalled. There’s been a concerning lack of urgency from the Scottish Government. Six months of silence. Every day of delay is another day that children’s rights aren’t protected.
Bruce Adamson, Children and Young People’s Commissioner: “We are hugely concerned to see the revision support materials from the SQA fails to meet the needs and expectations of young people
Commissioner's office on announcement that Covid-19 vaccine will be offered to more children.
Commissioner's office on announcement that face coverings will no longer be required in classrooms after the February break.
The Children’s Commissioner on new sentencing guidelines to reduce re-offending and promote rehabilitation and recovery for under-25s.
Commissioner's office on announcement that more children and young people can choose to receive Covid-19 vaccine or booster.
Commissioner raises concerns about lack of communication to children on pandemic measures.
Commissioner Bruce Adamson has asked the Scottish Government to pause its Health and Wellbeing survey to address concerns about human rights compliance.
The Commissioner's office and CYCJ have produced a new information guide for children in conflict with the law.
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