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There have been 1,300 mental health ambassadors trained in the last two years across Scotland.Note of visit to Galashiels Academy, 31 January 2020
At its meeting with mental health ambassadors, it was highlighted that young people are keen to engage in the programme and, as a consequence, the ambassadors feel more equipped to handle difficult situations.
Empowered but not overwhelmed
Mental health ambassadors are responsible for helping to deliver presentations in PSE classes, and at school assemblies, to raise awareness of the need for positive mental health.Note of visit to Galashiels Academy, 31 January 2020Note of Policy Hub: 2019 Mental Health and Wellbeing in Scotland’s Schools conference, Edinburgh,...
UN Special Rapporteur on Extreme Poverty
Finally, the conclusion of our evidence-taking coincided with the publication of the UN Special Rapporteur on extreme poverty and human rights’ preliminary findings following his visit to the UK. Describing Universal Credit, Professor Alston was extremely critical.
This has led to different interpretations of how local authorities in Scotland should support those who have NRPF.
During our visits we were told asylum seekers and those with insecure immigration status had experienced frontline staff delivering different interpretations of what NRPF meant.
Prison Visits (Children) 9. To ask the Scottish Executive whether it will request that the Scottish Prison Service record all visits made by children to family members in prison and whether it considers that setting targets for such visits would help the rehabilitation of pri...
It states:"Manchester Commonwealth Games 2002 increased by 120 per cent, Delhi Commonwealth Games 2010 latest forecast increase of 280 per cent … and London Olympics 2012 latest forecast increase of 300 per cent."
Questions and Answers
Date answered:
4 November 2020
We understand, that from 12 to 16 December 2016 a delegation from the Sri Lankan Police Service visited Police Scotland, in relation to Human Rights compliant approaches to Public Order training.
Questions and Answers
Date answered:
26 September 2019
The Cullen Centre provides an outpatient service for patients with an eating disorder who require support. This can include home visits where necessary, which would take place if patients have been clinically assessed as requiring it.