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National conference sees 97 new Dementia Champions graduate in Scotland

By Iain MacDonald29th March 2016News Scotland

A recent National Conference & Graduation event saw 97 health and social service professionals from across Scotland graduate to become Dementia Champions. The Dementia Champion graduates are the sixth group

Two thirds say named guardian proposals ‘unacceptable’, Christian Institute Poll

By The Press Association28th March 2016News Scotland

Almost two thirds of Scots believe assigning a named person to every child is “an unacceptable intrusion” into family life, according to a new poll. Results from the survey revealed

Scottish child abuse inquiry launches first formal call for evidence

By Iain MacDonald24th March 2016News Scotland

The Chair of the Scottish Child Abuse Inquiry, Susan O’Brien QC, has launched the Inquiry’s first formal call for evidence, inviting survivors of abuse to come forward and share their experiences.

Inspectors call for ‘significant improvement’ in older peoples services in Western Isles

By Iain MacDonald23rd March 2016News Scotland

Inspectors have called for ‘significant improvement’ in older peoples services in Western Isles following the publication of a report today. Although some areas are reported to be performing well, inspectors

Scottish Social Services Council announce living wage accreditation

By Iain MacDonald23rd March 2016News Scotland

The Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) have announced they have been accredited as a Living Wage employer by the Living Wage Foundation. Anna Fowlie, Chief Executive, SSSC said: “I’m so

Children’s hospice chairty calls for better care for children with shorter lives

By Iain MacDonald23rd March 2016News Scotland

Children’s Hospice Association Scotland (CHAS) has launched its first ever Scottish Parliament election manifesto and is calling for improved holistic palliative care for babies, children and young people aged 0-25

New law allows judges to tackle jurors’ ‘unenlightened views’ in sex crime cases

By The Press Association23rd March 2016News Scotland

A law to permit judges to address the “unenlightened views” of some jurors in sex crime cases and crack down on “revenge porn” has been passed by the Scottish Parliament.

Sturgeon guarantees university place and bursary for care-experienced young people

By Iain MacDonald23rd March 2016News Scotland

An offer of a university place will be made available for young people with care experience in Scotland, First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has confirmed. It follows the publication of a

Scottish Gov to develop new framework to tackle racial discrimination

By The Press Association22nd March 2016News Scotland

Racial discrimination throughout the public and private sectors and widespread public concern about the impact of immigration on Scotland’s “identity” has prompted a new Scottish Government strategy to eradicate racism.

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National conference sees 97 new Dementia Champions graduate in Scotland

Two thirds say named guardian proposals ‘unacceptable’, Christian Institute Poll

Scottish child abuse inquiry launches first formal call for evidence

Inspectors call for ‘significant improvement’ in older peoples services in Western Isles

Scottish Social Services Council announce living wage accreditation

Children’s hospice chairty calls for better care for children with shorter lives

New law allows judges to tackle jurors’ ‘unenlightened views’ in sex crime cases

Sturgeon guarantees university place and bursary for care-experienced young people

Scottish Gov to develop new framework to tackle racial discrimination

Mother of woman who took own life brands daughter’s abuser ‘a monster’

MPs reject Tory bid to launch another national inquiry into grooming gangs

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Tag: News Scotland

National conference sees 97 new Dementia Champions graduate in Scotland

Two thirds say named guardian proposals ‘unacceptable’, Christian Institute Poll

Scottish child abuse inquiry launches first formal call for evidence

Inspectors call for ‘significant improvement’ in older peoples services in Western Isles

Scottish Social Services Council announce living wage accreditation

Children’s hospice chairty calls for better care for children with shorter lives

New law allows judges to tackle jurors’ ‘unenlightened views’ in sex crime cases

Sturgeon guarantees university place and bursary for care-experienced young people

Scottish Gov to develop new framework to tackle racial discrimination

Crisis urges parties to support manifesto to end homelessness in Scotland