Kinship carers are often forgotten so thank you for remembering us. Sometimes a single sentence says everything. For many Kinship Care families, school holidays can be an especially difficult time. Finding affordable, accessible and inclusive opportunities for children to play, learn and have fun isn’t always easy. Many carers tell us they feel isolated, overlooked […]
UNCRC into Scots Law
Empowering Professionals: Why Health Rights Training Matters Now More Than Ever
Children’s rights in healthcare are no longer just best practice—they’re the law. With Scotland’s landmark incorporation of the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) into Scots law as of July 2024, professionals across health, education, social care, and justice are now legally required to uphold these rights in every decision and interaction. […]
UNCRC receives Royal Assent
In a success for children’s rights in Scotland, the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) (Incorporation) (Scotland) Bill officially received Royal Assent on 16 January 2024 and will come into force on 16 July 2024.
A great day in history for Children’s Rights!
On Thursday 7 December 2023, the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (Incorporation) (Scotland) Bill – also known as UNCRC- was passed by the Scottish Parliament.
