Response from Fiona Duncan to the launch of the Children (Care, Care Experience and Services Planning) (Scotland) Bill
Today the Scottish Government officially launch the Children (Care, Care Experience and Services Planning) (Scotland) Bill.
It has been clear since the promise was made that there would be a need for legislative change. ‘The Rules’, produced by the Independent Care Review, outlines some of key areas where legislative change is required, including ensuring the legal rights of children are protected and upheld.
Fiona Duncan, Independent Strategic Advisor - the promise, said:
“The Independent Care Review was clear that legislation would be needed for Scotland to keep the promise.
“The legal system must ensure families receive the help they need to stay together wherever it is safe to do so, and that children and young people who experience the ‘care system’ grow up loved, safe, and respected — going on to flourish as adults, able to rely on Scotland for the support they might need.
“The Children (Care, Care Experience and Services Planning) (Scotland) Bill represents an important step towards achieving that.
“I look forward to working with Scottish Government and other stakeholders to ensure this Bill creates real change in the lives of children, young people and adults with care experience and their families. And on any subsequent steps needed over the coming five years to make sure that Scotland does keep the promise.”
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About the author
Fiona Duncan
Independent Strategic Advisor
Fiona Duncan is the Independent Strategic Advisor on the promise, and advises Scottish Ministers in this capacity.