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UK’s Children’s Commissioners say systemic disadvantages must be addressed as report shows nearly a quarter of Scotland’s children in poverty

UK Children’s Commissioners are calling on the UK Government and its devolved governments to address systemic disadvantages in a joint report to the UN.

New FAQ children asked for: Face masks and the environment

We've written an FAQ at the request of children highlighting their concerns about the damage disposable face masks can do to the environment.

Scotland is hosting a youth-led conference of children’s commissioners across Europe

This week our office is hosting the ENOC Conference, a Europe-wide event for children and young people’s commissioners.

Our 2019/20 Annual Report covers a huge year for children’s human rights in Scotland

Today our office publishes our 2019/20 Annual Report, covering the time from April 2019 to March 2020.

New report: Older children in conflict with the law in Scotland

Our office has published a new report on how Scots law complies with the UNCRC for children aged 16 and 17 in conflict with the law.

The UNCRC is being incorporated into Scots law. This is how it’s going to make a difference

UNCRC Incorporation is the most important thing Scotland can do to protect the rights of children and young people. Now, it’s becoming a reality.

New FAQ: Wearing a face covering at school

From next Monday - August 31st - new guidance will be in place around wearing face coverings in schools in Scotland.