Scotland's New Act Impacts Courts and Public Service Accountability
What happened
Two years after the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (Incorporation) (Scotland) Act 2024 came into force, its impact is being seen across Scotland’s courts and public services. Early case law confirms the Act's legal force, while exposing constitutional complexities. The incorporation is changing how legislation is developed, scrutinized, and implemented.
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Why it matters
The Act represents a fundamental shift in recognizing children as rights holders. It is influencing institutional culture and decision-making by increasing the focus on children's participation and access to justice. This shift is strengthening accountability across public authorities.
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Who's involved
- ScotlandThe geopolitical state where the Act is being implemented
- Bruce AdamsonCEO of the Scottish Commission for People with Learning Disabilities and Vice President of Eurochild
- Scottish GovernmentThe devolved government of Scotland responsible for implementation
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The entities involved
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Scotland
country in north-west Europe, part of the United Kingdom