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UNCRC Implementation Project: putting children’s rights at the heart of local government

Last Updated
11 March 2026
Source
Improvement Service

Resource Tags

Content Types:

Case Study Guidance Template/Form

Relevant Driver(s):

1. Strengthening leadership 2. Developing accountability and transparency 3. Ensuring effective regulatory and policy environment 4. Using evidence and experience

Specific Action(s):

1A. Take a strategic approach to equality and human rights 1D. Ensure compliance with legal obligations 2B. Create governance frameworks 3B. Develop equality and human rights policies 4B. Engage with lived experience and work meaningfully with communities

Implementation Levels:

Advanced
Development
Foundation

Prior Knowledge Required:

Basic

Organisation Size:

Large Medium Small

Sector:

Government Health and social care Human Rights Local authorities

Role:

Board Members Legal & Compliance Staff Policy Officers/Makers Senior Leaders/Management

Resource content

A practical framework from the Improvement Service to help public authorities in Scotland develop and embed their approach to the UNCRC (Incorporation) (Scotland) Act 2024. Covers eleven key areas including leadership commitment, children’s participation, complaints procedures, budgeting, and accountability. Includes a self-assessment tool and action plan template. Part of a wider suite of UNCRC implementation resources.

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