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Children’s Rights Scheme

Scotland’s first proposal for the Children’s Rights Scheme: Making Rights Real for Every Child

The Scottish Government has published its first Proposal for the Children’s Rights Scheme under the UNCRC Incorporation (Scotland) Act 2024, marking a historic milestone in embedding children’s rights into law. Public authorities now have a legal duty to act compatibly with the UNCRC when delivering relevant functions, creating a proactive culture of accountability for children’s […]

Know your rights

EACH charter cover Did you know that all Children and Young People are protected by the EACH ( European Association for Children in Hospital) Charter? This sets out ten articles that describe how you can be expected to be treated in hospital, and what your rights are.

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