Scotlands Commissioner for Children and Young People

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Leaving care

Leaving care The law says local authorities (councils) have a duty to encourage young people to stay in care until they are aged 18. Workers and young...

Bullying

Bullying Every child and young person in Scotland has the right to feel healthy, happy and safe whilst they are growing up. Sadly, bullying can make...

Rights in reality

So what does all this mean in real life? Your Rights are not just words. Behind each one are young people who have experienced those rights being...

Moving and handling

Moving and handling The Commissioner has heard from a number of young people and children with disabilities and their parents about the negative impact...

Children of prisoners

Children of prisoners Children have a right to live with their family whenever that is possible and is what is best for them. Sometimes it is not possible,...

Picture this - your rights in pictures

Picture this - your rights in pictures If you're a young person in Scotland, this could be the most important web page you ever read. That's because...