The Children and Young People’s Commissioner said evidence from other countries showed it could be “a very good economic decision”, adding that early intervention, even with an increased number of families, creates an economic benefit that is “exponentially greater than the amount of money that is spent on it.”Official Report, 7 March, col. 19
NHS Tayside agreed that research in these countries showed significant change over time “likely to result in cost savings for both child protection services and the police in the longer term” and a decrease in “adverse outcomes (e.g. emotional and behavioural problems)” which would lead to an anticipated reduction other publicly funded services.NHS Tayside, written submission
Parenting Across Scotland,Official Report, 28 February, col. 36 the Children’s Commissioner,Official Report, 7 March, col. 19 Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health, Official Report, 21 March, col. 15Aberlour,Official Report, 7 March, col. 19 and Police ScotlandOfficial Report, 21 March, col. 36 all agreed the budget spent on the Bill would be preventative spend.