Chamber and committees

Improving Attainment, Tackling Inequality and Strengthening National Standards

Submitted by: Katherine Sangster, Edinburgh and Lothians East, Scottish Labour
Date lodged: Monday, 09 November 2026
Motion type: Motion For Debate
Motion reference: S7M-01963
Current status: Due to be taken in the Chamber on Wednesday, 11 November 2026

That the Parliament recognises that the international performance of Scottish education has declined; further recognises the need to improve the experience and attainment for all young people in Scotland; believes that achievement in education is a key factor in breaking the cycle of poverty; agrees that Parliament must do more to break the link between family income and educational achievement; believes that, in order to address issues within the education system, they must be better understood, and calls for the reintroduction of the Scottish Survey of Literacy and Numeracy (SSLN) and standardised reporting across all local authorities to ensure consistent reporting on absences, behaviour and additional support needs and enable the education system to get it right for every child.

Supported by: Jenny Young