Date: 19th November 2024
Category: General measures of implementation

Tickets are now on sale for The Right Start conference on 6th March 2025, hosted by Starcatchers in partnership with Together and Children in Scotland. This will be a day filled with discussion, workshops and talks to learn and celebrate the potential of babies and early years children.

Date: 19th November 2024
Category: Disability, Basic Health and Welfare

New research suggests that UK austerity policies have led to a noticeable increase in babies being born smaller or prematurely in Scotland, particularly in the most socioeconomically deprived areas. Experts believe that cuts to benefits and services are key factors driving these changes.

Date: 19th November 2024
Category: Education, Leisure and Cultural Activities

A new Nordic-style "Open Kindergarten" is being tested in Scotland, with plans for possible expansion across the country. It was launched at a special event in Bonnyrigg, bringing together early childhood experts, local decision-makers, charities, and parents.

Date: 19th November 2024
Category: General measures of implementation, Reporting to and monitoring the UNCRC, Funding

In a recent parliamentary debate, MSPs reviewed findings from the Finance and Public Administration Committee’s inquiry into Scotland’s growing number of commissioner roles, focusing on issues of cost, accountability, and potential overlap.

Date: 19th November 2024
Category: Education, Leisure and Cultural Activities

The Scottish Parliament’s Education, Children and Young People Committee has heard evidence from civil society and NHRIs on the proposed Education (Scotland) Bill. The legislation seeks to replace the Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) with a new body, Qualifications Scotland (QS), and create an independent Chief Inspector of Education.

Date: 19th November 2024
Category: Civil Rights and Freedoms, Other human rights treaties and mechanisms

In a joint letter to the Cabinet Secretary for Justice and Home Affairs, Amnesty International alongside Together and other human rights defenders are calling on the Scottish Government to review the Prevent strategy, raising concerns that it harms human rights in Scotland.

Date: 19th November 2024
Category: Civil Rights and Freedoms, UNCRC Optional Protocols and General Comments, Special protection measures

The Scottish Government and the Children and Young People’s Centre for Justice (CYCJ) have released three new reports that propose big changes to how secure care is handled for young people in Scotland. Known as the Reimagining Secure Care project, these reports suggest a new way forward that puts children’s rights and wellbeing at the centre of care.

Date: 19th November 2024
Category: General principles

TheChat was commissioned to find out how parents and carers support their children when it comes to learning about friendships and relationships, growing up and puberty, being safe and issues like consent. A recent report shares the project’s findings.

Date: 19th November 2024
Category: General measures of implementation

The 2025 National Youth Work Awards are now accepting nominations, inviting people across Scotland to celebrate the youth workers, projects, and organisations making a real difference in young people’s lives. This annual event recognises inspiring individuals and innovative projects that positively impact Scotland's youth.

Date: 19th November 2024
Category: Civil Rights and Freedoms

The UK Government has introduced a new draft bill, the Data (Use and Access) Bill, aimed at updating key elements of data protection. This legislation seeks to leverage data for economic growth, modernise digital government and improve lives.

Date: 19th November 2024
Category: General measures of implementation

A new report by the London School of Economics (LSE) and the 5Rights Digital Futures for Children research centre has looked into whether banning smartphones in schools helps students learn better.

Date: 19th November 2024
Category: General measures of implementation, Reporting to and monitoring the UNCRC

A review of the Northern Ireland Commissioner for Children and Young People (NICCY) has led it to express concerns about potential threats to its independence. The review was undertaken on behalf of the Department of Communities, with the aim of considering the need, form, effectiveness and function of commissioner roles.

Date: 19th November 2024
Category:

A new report titled Young Visionaries reveals how children and young people see the future of education, health, work, privacy, security, technology, and the environment. The report is based on the work of 12 Youth Foresight Fellows who gathered ideas from over 800 young people through more than 50 workshops in 12 countries.

Date: 19th November 2024
Category: Violence against children

Panama, Kyrgyzstan, Uganda, Burundi, Sri Lanka, and Czechia and the Gambia have all announced they will fully ban corporal punishment, while Nigeria has committed to stopping it in schools.

Date: 19th November 2024
Category: General principles

Closing date: 13th December 2024

Date: 19th November 2024
Category: Family Environment and Alternative Care

Closing date: 31st January 2025

Date: 19th November 2024
Category: Family Environment and Alternative Care

Closing date: 22nd January 2025

Date: 19th November 2024
Category: Civil Rights and Freedoms

Deadline: 26th January 2025

Date: 19th November 2024
Category: Family Environment and Alternative Care

Closing date: 6th February 2025

Date: 19th November 2024
Category: General principles, Civil Rights and Freedoms

Closing date: 14th February 2025