Children (Equal Protection from Assault) (Scotland) Act factsheet: easy read version
Physical punishment and physical discipline: how the law is changing (easy read version).
The law on physical punishment of children in Scotland
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From 7 November 2020, all physical punishment of children is against the law.
If you want to know more detail about this change, please visit our website: https://www.gov.scot/publications/physical-punishment-and-discipline-of-children-how-the-law-is-changing/
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Physical punishment can be harmful for children. It can include smacking, hitting, slapping, skelping and pinching.
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This change in the law is about making things better for children.
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We want Scotland to be the best place in the world for children to grow up. This change supports that.
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It can sometimes be difficult to cope with being a parent or carer.
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That is why we have put together some advice and tips for keeping calm when things get hard.
You can find these at https://www.parentclub.scot/sites/default/files/rewarding-relationships.pdf
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If you are a parent, you are not on your own.
We all find things hard sometimes. Support is available.
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If speaking to someone might help, you can talk to Children 1st Parentline on 08000 28 22 33. This is a free service.
Contact
Email: family.law@gov.scot
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