News
June 2, 2020
Latest waiting time figures highlight perfect COVID-19 storm for children’s mental health
The Scottish Children's Services Coalition raises concerns over a potential "perfect storm" for children's mental health as we come out of the COVID-19 lockdown.
Writing in The Scotsman, Lynn Bell from coalition member LOVE learning, highlights the need for increased support for those with additional support needs, including mental health problems, during the COVID-19 pandemic.
The Scottish Children's Services Coalition calls for greater support for children with additional support needs during the COVID-19 crisis as figures highlight that the number of specialist support teachers has declined.
News
March 4, 2020
Marking Scottish Apprenticeship Week
Marking Scottish Apprenticeship Week, the Scottish Children's Services Coalition highlights the incredible benefits for employers in taking on on a Modern Apprentice from more excluded groups, such as those who are disabled and care experienced.
The Scottish Children's Services Coalition calls for increased investment in mental health services to address the current mental health crisis, with a renewed focus on prevention and early intervention.
News
February 25, 2020
Coalition raises major concerns over falling levels of attainment for pupils with additional support needs
The Scottish Children's Services Coalition responds to concerns over a fall in attainment levels for those with additional support needs.
With an increasing demand on services, the Scottish Children's Services Coalition is calling on the Scottish Government to deliver a ‘Budget for Mental Health’ this week.
The Scottish Children's Services Coalition responds to a record number of children and young people with additional support needs.
In a letter to the media marking World Mental Health Day, the Scottish Children's Services Coalition comments on the need for greater prevention and early intervention to improve mental health.
News
September 6, 2019
Latest waiting time figures highlight need for urgent action to tackle child mental health crisis
The Scottish Children's Services Coalition responds to latest NHS waiting time figures for mental health treatment, calling for a greater focus on prevention and early intervention.
