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INTRODUCTION
Since May 2007, there have been fundamental changes in how Government works with its partners in local government and beyond to develop policies and deliver services for the people of Scotland. The Concordat between central and local government sets out the terms of a new relationship between the Scottish Government and local government, based on mutual respect and partnership. It also sets out a National Performance Framework with high level targets and national outcomes and indicators; setting the scene for delivering on the Scottish Government's purpose (see page 9: Government's Economic Strategy and Purpose).
While these changes have an impact on services for young people, they should also be seen in the context of a fresh approach to how we view and value young Scots. This focuses on:
- ensuring that all young people have the support they need to achieve their potential;
- positive opportunities for, and positive engagement with young people; and
- early intervention to nurture potential and offer support at an earlier stage in a young person's life.
The new approach can be seen across a range of recent policy developments in Government: from the Early Years framework to the Equally Well Implementation plan; and from the Achieving Our Potential framework, tackling poverty and income inequalities, to the new approach aimed at preventing offending by young people outlined in the Youth Justice framework.
This approach is further supported by the continued development of Curriculum for Excellence, the More Choices, More Chances agenda and the 16+ Learning Choices programme.
This paper has been developed with input and advice from a range of partners who deliver for young people. It is set out in 3 sections:
1. Context
2. Common Principles
3. Connections
It is intended as a practical resource for anyone making decisions that affect the support we give young people or anyone involved in delivering services to them. It can provide a point of common reference and a tool for making connections. Partners have agreed the common principles on page 16 which are at its core.
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