Human rights
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Bairns' Hoose – children and young people: participation and engagement plan - easy read
Easy read version of a plan which sets out our approach to participation and engagement, and the actions we will take to make sure that Bairns’ Hoose services best reflect the views of children and young people with lived experience of trauma.
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Bairns' Hoose – children and young people: participation and engagement plan
This plan sets out our approach to participation and engagement, and the actions we will take to make sure that Bairns’ Hoose services best reflect the views of children and young people with lived experience of trauma.
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Bairns' Hoose - project plan: progress report and pathfinder delivery plan 2023 to 2025
This report highlights the progress made towards developing a national Bairns’ Hoose model, sets out revised overarching actions for 2023 to 2025 and provides a detailed delivery plan for the Pathfinder phase.
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Commissions and commissioners: final report
Research findings exploring the role of commissions and commissioners in supporting rights in Scotland and the UK. The research was commissioned by Scottish Government and undertaken by Research Scotland in 2022/23.
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Commissions and commissioners: executive summary - easy read
Easy read version of a report which sets out research findings exploring the role of commissions and commissioners in supporting rights in Scotland and the UK. The research was commissioned by Scottish Government and undertaken by Research Scotland in 2022/23.
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Prisoner voting in Scottish devolved elections: report
A report required under section 6 of the Scottish Elections (Franchise and Representation) Act 2020 on a review of voting by prisoners serving terms of 12 months or less in Scottish Parliament and council elections.
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Equality outcomes and mainstreaming report 2023: easy read
Provides an easy read update on the progress we are making to mainstreaming equality, inclusion, and human rights as an employer and decision-maker. It also provides an update on the equality outcomes for the 2021 to 2025 reporting period.
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Equality outcomes and mainstreaming report 2023
Provides an update on the progress we are making to mainstreaming equality, inclusion, and human rights as an employer and decision-maker. It also provides an update on the equality outcomes for the 2021 to 2025 reporting period.
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Victims, Witnesses, and Justice Reform (Scotland) Bill: child rights and wellbeing impact assessment (CRWIA)
This impact assessment considers how the Victims, Witnesses, and Justice Reform (Scotland) Bill will affect children’s rights and wellbeing. It records the research, analysis and engagement that has taken place in respect of this and how this has informed the development of the Bill.
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Victims, Witnesses, and Justice Reform (Scotland) Bill: equality impact assessment
Results of the equality impact assessment process for the Victims, Witnesses, and Justice Reform (Scotland) Bill. This process was undertaken to ensure that the Bill does not discriminate against any of the protected characteristics defined in the Equality Act 2010.
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Fair Work Action Plan 2022 and Anti-Racist Employment Strategy 2022: data protection impact assessment
Data Protection Impact Assessment (DPIA) of the Fair Work Action Plan 2022 and Anti-Racist Employment Strategy 2022.
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Fair Work Action Plan 2022 and Anti-Racist Employment Strategy 2022: Fairer Scotland duty assessment
Fairer Scotland Duty Assessment (FSDA) of the Fair Work Action Plan 2022 and Anti-Racist Employment Strategy 2022.
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Fair Work Action Plan 2022 and Anti-Racist Employment Strategy 2022: child rights and wellbeing impact assessment
Child rights and wellbeing impact assessment (CRWIA) of the Fair Work Action Plan 2022 and Anti-Racist Employment Strategy 2022.
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Fair Work Action Plan 2022 and Anti-Racist Employment Strategy 2022: island communities impact assessment
Island Communities Impact Assessment (ICIA) of the Fair Work Action Plan 2022 and Anti-Racist Employment Strategy 2022.
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Fair Work Action Plan 2022 and Anti-Racist Employment Strategy 2022: equality impact assessment
Equality Impact Assessment (EQIA) of the Fair Work Action Plan 2022 and Anti-Racist Employment Strategy 2022.
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Equality, opportunity, community: New leadership - A fresh start
This publication sets out the First Minister’s vision for Scotland and the outcomes he and his government aim to achieve by 2026.
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Institutionalising Participatory and Deliberative Democracy working group recommendations: Scottish Government response
Scottish Government response to the IPDD working group recommendations on how Scotland can establish infrastructure for high quality participatory and deliberative engagements.
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Minimum Income Guarantee Expert Group: interim report - easy read
Easy read version of an interim report outlines the group’s work so far and provides a summary of possible steps towards a Minimum Income Guarantee.
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Minimum Income Guarantee Expert Group: interim report
This interim report provides an outline of the group’s work to date towards defining a Minimum Income Guarantee, the context in which the policy is being developed, provide a high-level overview of direction and early thinking towards potential actions.
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Coronavirus (COVID-19) vaccinations 2021 to 2022: child rights and wellbeing impact assessment
This Child rights and wellbeing impact assessment (CRWIA) sets out the consideration which has been given to the vaccination of children and young people and how vaccination may impact upon children’s rights and wellbeing.
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Disability and Carer Benefits Expert Advisory Group - beyond a safe and secure transfer: advice
This proactive advice outlines a number of recommendations the Disability and Carer Benefits Expert Advisory Group made on the additional positive impact which disability and carer’s assistance could make, following the safe and secure transfer of all clients on to new forms of Scottish assistance.
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The Carer's Assistance (Carer Support Payment) (Scotland) Draft Regulations 2023: policy note
This instrument sets out the rules and eligibility criteria for The Carer’s Assistance (Carer Support Payment) (Scotland) Draft Regulations 2023 and includes provision for transfer of benefits for individuals who live in Scotland and receive CA to Social Security Scotland and Carer Support Payment.
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The Carer's Assistance (Carer Support Payment) (Scotland) Draft Regulations 2023
Where Scottish Ministers propose to make regulations under the Social Security (Scotland) Act 2018, they must make proposals publicly available. This page contains draft Carer Support Payment (Scotland) 2023 regulations which were sent to the Scottish Commission on Social Security on 3 March 2023.
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Children and young people's voices matter: progress report - March 2023
Report on progress made on the actions agreed at the sixth annual meeting of Cabinet members and children and young people on 1 March 2022.
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Reforming the criminal law to address misogyny: consultation
A consultation on draft legislation to implement recommendations for reform of the criminal law contained in the report of the Working Group on Misogyny chaired by Baroness Helena Kennedy KC.
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Dementia strategy - national conversation: what people told us
High-level summary of the collective written and oral evidence we received on our national conversation to information a new dementia strategy. It outlines the range of responses received, as well as the evidence-based rigour we brought to this analysis through using thematic analysis techniques.
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Learning Disability, Autism and Neurodiversity Bill: scoping work analysis 2022 - easy read
Easy read version of a report summarising the findings of the Learning Disability, Autism and Neurodiversity Bill pre-consultation exercise.
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Learning Disability, Autism and Neurodiversity Bill: scoping analysis 2022
This report summarises the findings of the Learning Disability, Autism and Neurodiversity Bill pre-consultation exercise. It is an analysis of 30 workshops carried by Scottish Government and its partners with people with learning disabilities and autistic people.
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Participation Framework
This Framework provides a guide to good practice in participation work across Scottish Government. It provides information about participatory methods and when to use them, the development of an effective participation strategy, and signposts to further resources.
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Violence against women and girls funding review: analysis of responses
Analysis of the responses to the Strategic Review of Funding and Commissioning of Violence Against Women and Girls Services call for evidence.
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Restricting alcohol advertising and promotion: consultation
This consultation seeks views on potential restrictions to alcohol advertising and promotion in Scotland.
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Universal Periodic Review 2022: Scottish Government Position Statement
This position statement sets out the action we've taken in devolved areas since 2017 to respect, protect, and fulfil the human rights of everyone in Scotland.
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Trade Minister highlights human rights concerns
The UK Government’s intended approach to current free trade agreement negotiations with Israel raises concerns over human rights issues, according to Trade Minister Ivan McKee.
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Further help for Ukraine
£65 million of funding for military aid.
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UK Bill of Rights condemned
Call for Scottish Parliament to be consulted.
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Protecting children’s rights
Next steps for landmark legislation.
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Tackling inequalities through economic recovery
Centre of Expertise in Equality and Human Rights established.
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Scottish Government procurement strategy: April 2022 to March 2024
Scottish Government procurement strategy covering the period from April 2022 to March 2024.
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Independent group on marches and parades
Experts to consider ways to promote peaceful assemblies.
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Working Group on Misogyny and Criminal Justice in Scotland
Justice Secretary welcomes report and will now “consider recommendations”.
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Victim notification scheme for victims of offenders with a mental disorder
Information leaflet on eligibility and registration for the victim notification scheme for victims of offenders with a mental disorder.
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Gender Recognition Reform Bill
Simplifying how trans people apply for a Gender Recognition Certificate.
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Joint statement on Human Rights Act reform
Devolved nations criticise ‘unwelcome and unnecessary’ UK Government proposals.
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DFM condemns ‘irresponsible’ attack on human rights
Letter to UK Lord Chancellor and Secretary of State for Justice.
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Ending conversion practices
Expert group to advise on ban in Scotland.
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Pledge on children’s rights
Work on landmark legislation will continue.
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Next Step Towards Scottish Human Rights Bill
Advisory board meets for first time to progress innovative proposals.
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National Taskforce for Human Rights report: recommendations - easy read
Easy read version of the recommendations in the report of the National Taskforce for Human Rights Leadership.
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Landmark for children’s rights
MSPs back UN Convention on the Rights of the Child Bill.
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New Human Rights Bill
Four United Nations treaties will be added to Scots law.
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Review of international development
New focus on tackling gender inequality.
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Defending the Human Rights Act
Current law must be protected.
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Launch of £7 million Equality and Human Rights Fund
Projects invited to apply for support.
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Tackling food insecurity and poverty
Response to United Nations call for urgent action.
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Strengthening children’s rights
UNCRC to be incorporated into Scots Law.
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United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child: consultation analysis
Analysis of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) consultation responses and events which took place over summer 2019.
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Progressing the human rights of children in Scotland action plan 2018-2021: progress report 2019
Sets out progress made in taking forward actions in the Progressing the Human Rights of Children in Scotland: An Action Plan 2018 to 2021 since December 2018.
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Letter to children and young people in Scotland
Thank you letter from Maree Todd, Minister for Children and Young People, to acknowledge the contribution of children and young people during 2018-2019.
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Prisoner voting consultation: analysis of responses
Analysis of the responses to the consultation on prisoner voting.
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Serco plans for lock change evictions in Glasgow
Communities Secretary writes to UK Immigration Minister.
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Extreme poverty and human rights: response to UN Special Rapporteur
In November 2018, a UN Special Rapporteur conducted a country visit to the UK, including Scotland.
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Incorporating the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child into Scots Law: consultation
Views sought on how best to incorporate 'gold standard' for children's rights into domestic law and improve the lives of children and young people.
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Improving children’s rights
Consultation on incorporating the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child.
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Children's rights legislation in Scotland: quick reference guide
Guide to children's rights legislation, including the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) and Getting it Right for Every Child (GIRFEC).
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UN convention against torture: our position statement
Account of progress in Scotland in giving effect to the UN Convention against torture and other cruel, inhuman or degrading treatment or punishment, in advance of a review of the UK by the UN Committee Against Torture in May 2019.
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Supporting gender equality
First Minister appointed UN Women Global Advocate.
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Slavery and human trafficking: guidance for businesses
Tailored advice for all businesses in Scotland, regardless of size.
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Strengthening protection from Female Genital Mutilation (FGM): consultation
We are seeking views on plans to strengthen the existing legislative framework for the protection of women and girls from Female Genital Mutilation (FGM), a form of gender based violence.
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Support for asylum seekers threatened with eviction
£110,000 for emergency response.
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Police biometric data use to be improved
New code of practice on retaining DNA, fingerprints and images.
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Defending human rights
Protecting against prejudice and discrimination.
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Action on sexual harassment
Women need confidence in reporting procedures.
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Ambition on human rights
Advisory Group meets for first time.
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New powers to tackle human trafficking
Trafficking and Exploitation Risk Orders in force.
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Dignity, equality and human rights for all: ministerial statement
Cabinet Secretary for Communities, Social Security and Equalities Angela Constance addresses Scottish Parliament.
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UK welfare policy: impact on families with children
Report focusing on the financial impacts of UK welfare policy on families with children.
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Human trafficking is closer to home than most Scots think
Increasing number of potential victims being identified in Scotland.
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Extending children's rights guidance: consultation
Consultation on non-statutory guidance for education authorities and schools regarding the rights of children aged 12 to 15 years.
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Protecting children from abuse
New report shows gaps in support
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Young performers: a guide for parents and guardians
A guide aimed at parents and guardians of children wishing to perform on stage or screen, or take part in sporting or modelling activities.
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Young performers: a guide for parents and guardians
A guide aimed at parents and guardians of children wishing to perform on stage or screen, or take part in sporting or modelling activities.
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Employment of children: a guide for children
A guide aimed at children between the age of 13 and school leaving age looking for employment.
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Trafficking and exploitation strategy: summary
Summary document of our main trafficking and exploitation strategy.
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Next steps on tackling hate crime
Focus on prevention, raising awareness and improving services
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Human trafficking and exploitation strategy
Our strategy to work with partners to make Scotland a more hostile place for human trafficking.
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Tackling the disability employment gap
New measures to support job opportunities for disabled people
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Experience Panel volunteers
More than 2,000 people recruited.
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A broken asylum system
Equalities Secretary speaks out on ‘outrage’ of UK’s approach to asylum.
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Standing up for human rights
Scottish progress ahead of UN review.
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Families with children hardest hit by UK welfare changes
Scottish Government will not apply two child cap to Council Tax Reduction Scheme.
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Funding for conflict zone peacekeeping
FM announces £1.2m to train 200 women during UN address.
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New law to protect children
Emotional abuse and neglect will be a criminal offence.
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Inhumane action by the UK Government
Unaccompanied child refugees welcome in Scotland.
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Brexit threat to human rights
UN warns UK Government’s plans risk opening ‘Pandora’s Box’ for ‘deregulation and regression’.
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Understanding forced marriage in Scotland
Government to give report careful consideration.
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Understanding forced marriage in Scotland
Government to give report careful consideration.
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Understanding forced marriage in Scotland
Government to give report careful consideration.
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Review of hate crime legislation
Prominent judge to chair independent review.
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Call for protection of EU employment laws
Human Rights debate in Parliament.
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Scottish Government appoints Race Equality Framework Adviser
Kaliani Lyle to provide insight and advice on implementing Framework actions.
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Transforming the lives of disabled people
Disability Delivery Plan is published.
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Tackling gender stereotyping
Changing young people’s attitudes to violence against women.
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Hate crime must be eradicated
Nation-wide campaign will aim to raise awareness.
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Scotland welcomes refugees
Next phase in strategy to support refugees.
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Ending human trafficking
Strategy to focus on breaking up trafficking groups and supporting victims.
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Action on child refugees
Partnership working with CoSLA continues.
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UK 'reckless' to repeal human rights act
Constance vows to fight against ‘out of touch’ UK Government.
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Human trafficking laws now in force
Convicted Traffickers could now face life imprisonment.
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International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights: position statement
Our response to issues raised by the UN Committee on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights.
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Protecting human rights
FM outlines Scotland’s commitment to the Human Rights Act.
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Young performers licensing: a guide for local authorities
A guide for local authorities, individuals or bodies who are required to organise performances or licensed sporting or modelling activities involving children and young people.
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Children's advocacy guidance
Guidance on how to support children and young people to make informed decisions on matters which influence their lives.
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Do the Right Thing: children's rights progress report
A progress report on our response to the 2008 concluding observations from the UN Committee on the Rights of the Child.
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