by SCLC | May 4, 2022 | News, News
WHAT IS THE UNCRC? The United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) is a legally binding international agreement setting out the civil, political, economic, social, and cultural rights of every child under the age of 18. These rights are universal,...
by SCLC | May 2, 2022 | News
THE DEVELOPMENT OF CHILDRENS RIGHTS It is a common misconception that children’s rights are exclusively a modern phenomenon. Children’s rights are rooted in parts of human civilisation, which is documented both in philosophical and cultural historical records. The...
by Staff | Apr 5, 2022 | News
Scottish Child Law Centre celebrates 30th birthday 5 April 2022 The Scottish Child Law Centre is delighted to be celebrating its 30th anniversary of providing free legal advice and training on children and young people’s rights. Since established, the Centre has...
by SCLC | Aug 17, 2021 | News, News
We know that children with care experience are more likely than their peers to experience police contact and criminalisation, despite no evidence that they commit greater offences than other children. They are also less likely to receive support at the police station...
by Staff | Apr 28, 2021 | News
The SCLC welcomes the passing of the UNCRC (Incorporation) (Scotland) Bill. The Scottish Parliament unanimously passed the Bill on 16th March 2021. The Bill will come into force 6 months after receiving Royal Assent and we look forward to undertaking work with other...
by Staff | Jan 5, 2021 | News
Lord President issued his updated Guidance on COVID-19 and compliance with court orders in January 2020. To read this version of the guidance please follow the link below...
