Over 75% of young people would be more likely to eat lunch at school if given a free school meal, new report finds
Today, the Scottish Youth Parliament has published a new report, ‘Young People’s Right to Food’, following a consultation across…
Letter to SNP Leadership Candidates and Scotland’s next First Minister
Today, the Scottish Youth Parliament has joined with nearly 75 organisations across the country in writing to candidates standing…
Parliament debate an opportunity to put UNCRC Bill back on the agenda while #TeamScotlandUN defend children’s rights in Geneva
“All rights are important, all rights should be law.” – Member of the Children’s Parliament Next month will…
Let’s talk about tax: young people’s view on the future of our tax system
Tax can be confusing and complicated, but there is no denying that it has a significant impact on the…
Young people need to know when their rights will be protected
I was delighted to have the opportunity to speak to the Scottish cabinet alongside members of the Scottish Youth…
Another week of let-downs show education review must lead to reform
The Cabinet Secretary for Education and Skills, Shirley-Anne Somerville MSP, today responded to the findings of Professor Ken Muir’s…
Cabinet to hear directly from children and young people
Members of the Scottish Youth Parliament (MSYPs) [1] and Children’s Parliament (MCPs) [2] are today meeting with the First…
Young people’s voices to play key role in the Scottish Parliament
A renewed commitment for young people to play a key role in Scottish politics has been made today by…
UNCRC Incorporation Bill must be revised as soon as possible
The UK Supreme Court has ruled that the UNCRC Scotland Bill is not within the competence of the Scottish Parliament. This…
UNCRC Scotland Bill -Supreme Court Challenge Statement
We are, like most other organisations, not able to comment on the specifics of the live legal challenge to…