UNCRC (Incorporation) (Scotland) Act 2024 - part 3: statutory guidance

Annex C – Scottish Government use of children's right's reports

Section 18(5) requires listed authorities to send a copy of the published reports to Scottish Ministers following publication. The Scottish Government recognises the value of the reporting process to increase transparency and accountability around progress on children's rights. In turn these actions help drive cultural change across listed authorities and wider society ensuring that children's rights are given effect fully in practice..

Therefore, the Scottish Government can consider the content of the submitted reports to promote learning and good practice. This may include some of the following activities:

• development of good practice case studies for inclusion in training materials, communication, or events
• development of intelligence or insight into emerging issues or trends
• identification of areas where further guidance or training may be required
• supporting learning and development in relation to good practice in the creation of accessible reports for children and young people
• supporting the wider evidence base that demonstrates Scotland's progress in meeting and progressing children's rights

This section of the guidance will be updated as the reporting process develops, and lessons are learned from the first set of reports.