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Call for law change to support kinship carers
UK Government urged to reconsider position on parental leave rights.
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Mental health support for children and young people
Expansion of service helping those in crisis.
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Young people urged to apply for Young Carer Grant this December
Young carers are being urged to do something for themselves during this season of giving and get the financial support they are entitled to. Social Security Scotland is encouraging eligible people to apply for the £359.65 Young Carer Grant this December.
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People urged to use unspent Best Start Foods balances
Christmas letter will remind families to use money on card
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Advancing children’s rights in law
Amended UN Convention on the Rights of the Child Bill passed.
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CashBack supports 28,000 young people over last year
Criminals’ ill-gotten gains re-directed to support young people to make positive choices.
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Payment for care leavers
Financial support for young people leaving care.
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Next steps for Bairns’ Hoose
Pathfinder areas announced.
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Funding for The Promise
Supporting partnership projects.
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Funding commitment for The Yard
First Minister announces support for disabled children’s charity.