Policy Consultations | YouthLink Scotland

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YouthLink Scotland supports the development of youth work policy impacting on young people’s lives. We investigate and respond to current and emerging policy and legislative issues affecting young people and the youth work sector. The priority for the policy and research team is to ensure that YouthLink Scotland’s policy agenda is reflective and responsive to the needs of those we represent.

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Youth Work (Scotland) Bill

Scottish Labour MSP Martin Whitfield has launched a public consultation on the Youth Work (Scotland) Bill, which seeks to give young people aged 11 to 25 a legal right to access high-quality youth work services. YouthLink Scotland will be leading efforts to engage the sector in shaping this landmark legislation. Closes 21st February.

Future of Foster Care Consultation

This consultation sets out a vision for the future of foster care which prioritises children’s experiences, and meets their many and varied needs, in a changing sector and society. Closes 6th February.

Proposals to Amend the Legislation on Religious Observance and Religious Education in Schools

This consultation seeks views on proposed changes to the current legislation on religious observance and religious and moral education in schools. The proposed changes will support the alignment of legislation with the UNCRC by requiring that children and young people’s views are taken into account in relation to their participation in RO and RME. Closes 26th January.

Developing a Universal Definition of 'Care Experience' Consultation

This consultation seeks your views on the need for a universal and inclusive definition of ‘care experience’ and what the potential impacts of this could be. Closes 8th January.

YouthLink Scotland reiterates support for the Schools (Residential Outdoor Education) (Scotland) Bill

YouthLink Scotland Supports Stage 1 of the Schools (Residential Outdoor Education) (Scotland) Bill

YouthLink Scotland Report on Sector Engagement on the CLD Review

The findings from the youth work sector's initial response to the CLD Review Report.

YouthLink Scotland Statement on Edinburgh Integration Joint Board Funding Cuts in Edinburgh

A statement by YouthLink Scotland on Edinburgh Integration Joint Board's decision to cut funding to third sector organisations supporting young people and vulnerable groups.

YouthLink Scotland’s Response to the UK Budget - October 2024

A response by YouthLink Scotland to the UK budget on 30 October 2024.

YouthLink Scotland’s Position Statement on Scottish Government Response to the IRQA

YouthLink Scotland’s position on the Scottish Government’s responses to the Independent Review of Qualifications and Assessment.

YouthLink Scotland’s Position on Post-School Education and Skills Reform

YouthLink Scotland’s recommendations in response to the consultation on Post-school Education and Skills Reform Legislation.

Youth Work and Civic Engagement: International Policy Perspectives - Recommendations

Recommendations from YouthLink Scotland's Policy Convention in August 2024 exploring youth work and civic engagement from international perspectives.

YouthLink Scotland Statement in Support of the Proposed Schools (Residential Outdoor Education) (Scotland) Bill

The 2024 YouthLink Scotland Youth Work and Outdoor Learning Network statement in support of The Proposed Schools (Residential Outdoor Education) (Scotland) Bill.

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Get in touch with Kevin Kane (Policy and Research Manager)