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Simple terms explainer
Councils must ensure that children are given the same legal protection from being hit or physically punished as adults. They must make sure people understand that physical punishment of children is against the law and to promote positive, non-violent ways of caring for children. They must update child protection policies to reflect this change, work with schools, health services and the police to keep children safe, and take action if a child is harmed.
Legal status
Statutory
Duty category
Children and family services
Duty type
Public impact
Social determinant of health
Social and community context
Emerging policy and legislation
0
National bodies with shared interest
Children and Young People’s Commissioner Scotland
Standards and Frameworks
1