Articles by Innes

Explore recent insights, news, and thought pieces written by Innes. His work reflects our commitment to sharing learning, experience, and perspectives from across the children’s sector.

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Artwork by young artists to be showcased in Scotland’s National gallery

A colourful exhibition, showcasing the artwork of creative 3–18-year-olds from across Scotland is due to open at the National gallery on 10 May.

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An unhealthy social media diet

Cancer Research UK warning about unhealthy food promoted to children by influencers.

Ambitious investment needed to meet child poverty targets, says Children in Scotland

New data released today (27 March) revealed whether the Scottish Government is on track to meet the 2030 child poverty targets, as set out by the Child Poverty (Scotland) Act.

Access All Arts Fund brings new opportunities to children and young people in 2025

A project improving Scottish children and young people’s access to the arts has today announced that 88 awardees will receive a total of £65,095.40 in funding to progress their creative interests.

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A vision for a fully inclusive Scotland

In light of the recent Additional Support for Learning report published by Audit Scotland, Celine Sinclair, Chief Executive of The Yard, discusses the importance of providing inclusive education where children with disabilities and their families have an equal chance to flourish.

A Scotland for all: Supporting families facing multiple disadvantage

On Challenge Poverty Week, Rachel O’Brien from Circle discusses the “myriad of complex challenges” faced by those living in poverty in central Scotland

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A new ticketing platform for Children in Scotland events

Children in Scotland has migrated Learning & Events ticketing to a new platform. Monica Sellers explains the move.

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A new framework tracks progress towards keeping the promise

A new framework, which marks the first step in telling the story of progress around the promise, was launched last month.

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A new First Minister for Scotland, and time to assess priorities

Following last week’s appointment of a new First Minister for Scotland, David Mackay, our Head of Policy, Projects and Participation, reflects on John Swinney’s initial commitment to the eradication of child poverty, and what needs to be done now to achieve long-term change.

A momentous moment for children’s rights in Scotland

Today, as the UNCRC (Incorporation) (Scotland) Act 2024 comes into effect, we celebrate a monumental step forward for children’s rights in Scotland.

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