Children (Care and Justice) (Scotland) Bill: child rights and wellbeing impact assessment

9. How will you communicate to children and young people the impact of the policy/measure on their rights?

In consultation and development of the Bill measures, open engagement has taken place with children and young people. The Scottish Government intends to continue in this spirit and will be engaging with the lead Scottish Parliament committee on how it intends to undertake such action during legislative scrutiny. The Scottish Government will continue to consider opportunities to engage directly with young people as the Bill progresses, being mindful of the role of Parliament as the principal forum for views to be heard during scrutiny. Upon commencement of any Act, the Scottish Government will continue its approach of engaging and informing young people and look at the most appropriate ways to do so on different elements of the Bill. The Scottish Government is also closely in touch with partners in children's rights and participation such as CYCJ , Scottish Youth Parliament , Young Scot, Together (Alliance Scotland), Our Hearings Our Voice and the Commissioner for Children and Young People. The Scottish Government will continue to use such networks to help disseminate messages regarding measures affecting young people and gathering necessary feedback.