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Reviewing the UNCRC and Children’s Rights in Scotland

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Location: Online, Zoom
Date: 31st July 2025
Time: 09:30 - 12:00
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The incorporation of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) into Scots law was a watershed moment for children’s rights in Scotland. This placed Scotland at the forefront of children’s rights in the United Kingdom.  

Ahead of the first-year anniversary of the UNCRC (Incorporation) (Scotland) Act 2024, we will meet to discuss the UNCRC and examine the impact that it is likely to have on the treatment of children in family law and criminal law matters in Scotland. We will also hear from experts on child-centred practice skills, so that you can consider how to take a rights-centric approach to your work. 

Learning outcomes:

  • Broaden your understanding of the UNCRC and the ways in which it strengthened children’s rights in Scotland.
  • Examine the impact that other pieces of legislation (such as the Children (Care and Justice) Scotland Act 2024) have had on the protection of children’s rights.
  • Discuss practical challenges in working on sensitive cases involving children.
  • Develop your child-friendly practice skills.

Speakers

Louis Fairweather
Chair
Louis Fairweather
CPD Legal Researcher
Law Society of Scotland
Debbie Reekie
Debbie Reekie
Senior Associate and Solicitor Advocate
Brodies LLP
Maria Galli
Maria Galli
Solicitor
Caroline Gillespie
Caroline Gillespie
Partner
Weightmans
09:30 Welcome and introduction, Chair
Louis Fairweather
Louis Fairweather
CPD Legal Researcher, Law Society of Scotland
09:35 Child-Centred Practice Skills
Maria Galli
Maria Galli
Solicitor
10:25 Introduction to the UNCRC
Debbie Reekie
Debbie Reekie
Senior Associate and Solicitor Advocate, Brodies LLP
10:55 Comfort break
11:05 UNCRC Principles in Case Law
Caroline Gillespie
Caroline Gillespie
Partner, Weightmans
11:55 Closing remarks, Chair
Louis Fairweather
Louis Fairweather
CPD Legal Researcher, Law Society of Scotland
12:00 End of webinar
Prices (prices exclude VAT)
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