What young people think about the social media ban – By Ella Quinn MSYP
The UK Government announced a ban on social media for under 16s earlier this week. But what do…
Liam’s role on the COVID-19 Education Recovery Group
Wild times just now, for everyone. Everything is changing by what feels like the week. But still, we must…
10 reasons to apply to be SYP’s next Communications Officer
You’ll be endlessly inspired by a cohort of young people. There’s so many examples to back up this statement…But…
SYP calls for Paid Domestic Abuse Leave
Content warning: this blog refers to domestic abuse and tactics of emotional control and manipulation, which some readers may find emotionally triggering.
Spoken Word with Intercultural Youth Scotland
Diversity and Inclusion is one of SYP’s four key organisational values, and although we are proud of how diverse…
Demonstrate support for young people with Additional Support Needs
#ASNAware is designed to make all pupils feel supported, included and listened to in their learning.
Scotland’s students deserve better than this
SYP's Chair responds to announcements that students should not visit pubs or restaurants this weekend or go home after hundreds of students across Scotland tested positive for the virus.
SYP: A-Z in Gaelic
Can you think of 26 words to describe the Scottish Youth Parliament? We sure can! But what about in…
Mollie reflects on #SYPSummerSessions
All throughout the summer months, SYP has been running a ‘Summer Sessions’ programme comprising of interactive workshops surrounding different…
A Transport, Environment and Rural Affairs (TERA) Committee Year in Review
A Transport, Environment and Rural Affairs (TERA) Committee Year in Review
How is COVID-19 impacting learning?
Article 12 states that young people have the right to be listened to and taken seriously, and if there…
Cabinet Blog – Shelter is a Human Right
Shelter is a human right, and it’s one that fewer and fewer are able to attain in the modern…
BAME into Employment Enquiry Launch
A programme I am involved in, Young Woman Lead, has launched its enquiry a few weeks ago to research for…