A dedicated self-harm strategy and action plan has been published by the Scottish Government, owned jointly with Convention of Scottish Local Authorities (COSLA) , which aims for anyone affected by self-harm, to receive compassionate support, without fear of stigma or discrimination.
News and Events
Debate on the Promise Oversight Board Report
The Scottish Parliament has held a members’ business debate on the Promise Oversight Board Report. The contributions by MSPs discussed the contents of the Report, spoke to the need to make progress in keeping the Promise, and noted calls for putting a definition of ‘care experienced’ into legislation.
Transitions Bill does not pass Stage 1
The Scottish Parliament held a debate on the proposed Disabled Children and Young People (Transitions to Adulthood) (Scotland) Bill, and at decision time the majority voted against the Bill ensuring that it did not pass Stage 1.
Carer Support Payment pilot opens for new applications
The pilot phase of a new benefit that will be paid to over 80,000 carers has begun in Scotland. Unpaid carers in Perth and Kinross, Dundee City and Na h-Eileanan Siar (Western Isles) are the first to be able to apply for Carer Support Payment. The benefit is replacing Carer’s Allowance, currently delivered by the […]
Financial support for young people leaving care
Young people transitioning from the care system into adulthood are to receive a one-off Care Leaver Payment of £2,000 to support them to move into more independent living under proposals being considered.
Autumn 2023 Magazine available NOW
To read the Autumn 2023 Magazine, CLICK HERE. The Autumn 2023 edition of the Children’s Health Scotland magazine is now available to view online. So, get comfy and enjoy! The bumper Autumn edition of the CHS magazine is now available to view online. The Autumn magazine is packed full of great stories, such as celebrating […]
Children have their say in new National Children’s Charter
The Scottish Government has today announced a new National Children’s Charter which sets out what children want from school-age childcare services. Kindness, community, fun and fairness are the priorities children in Scotland have identified for a future funded school-age childcare offer, according to the new Children’s Charter.
Parliamentary summit to celebrate International Day of Persons with Disabilities
The Scottish Parliament is inviting people from across Scotland to attend its first Summit to celebrate International Day of Persons with Disabilities in Holyrood. The event is being delivered in partnership with the Cross-Party Group on Disability and will take place on Saturday 25 November 2023 – just ahead of International Day of Persons with […]
Statement of intent on National Transitions to Adulthood Strategy
The Scottish Government has published a Statement of Intent summarising research and engagement to date on developing Scotland’s first National Transitions to Adulthood Strategy.
Simpler social security system saves families time
More than 38,000 payments have been paid to families to help with the costs of early learning and starting school. Families who qualify for Scottish Child Payment are now automatically awarded Best Start Grant Early Learning Payment and School Age Payment when their child becomes eligible, without them having to apply separately.
