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Why the convention on the rights of the child is important in law

Learn what the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child is and why we are calling for the Scottish government to bring the UNCRC Bill back to parliament.

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Policy, advocacy and participation Justice system

20 March 2023

Experiences of poverty in Scotland: We need to take action now

Thoughts from Barnardo's Scotland Director, Martin Crewe, during Challenge Poverty Week.

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Family support

7 October 2022

The Independent Care Review - Two Years On

Two years on from the publication of the Independent Care Review we are fully engaged in exploring how, in partnership with others, we can deliver deep, meaningful and sustainable improvements in how we support children, young people and families.

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Policy, advocacy and participation Children in and leaving care Children's Services Early support Family support Looked after children Residential care and schools

4 February 2022

Mary is a school-based family support worker in Falkirk

Here she tells us more about her role supporting young people and families through schools

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Family support

2 September 2021

Return to school challenges for young people in Scotland

Barnardo's Scotland Director, Martin Crewe, looks at the importance of schools being properly supported to help every child to achieve their potential.

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Education Mental health

20 August 2021

Glasgow Family Learning Service: supporting families

Vikki is a school-based family support worker at our Glasgow Family Learning Service, she talks to us about how her service supports families with their everyday needs.

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Children's Services Family support Primary to secondary education

12 August 2021