The Scottish Government has published a report analysing the results of its consultation on the future of fostering care in Scotland. The analysis covers 100 consultation responses, from 55 individuals and 45 organisations, as well as notes from 21 consultation events and findings from Who Cares? Scotland conversations with children and young people.
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Respondents were generally positive about the proposed vision for foster care but some felt it would be difficult to achieve because of funding or foster carer experience. The establishment of a National Register of Foster Carers was supported, while over four fifths felt independent fostering agencies should have the status of a charity, policies now reflected in the Children (Care, Care Experience and Services Planning) (Scotland) Bill.
