Care and Justice Bill – have your say

The Children’s Care and Justice Bill – Consultation is open for response until June 22. This invites views from people on issues including the Children’s Hearings System; the criminal justice system; secure care; and Scotland’s age of criminal responsibility.

It is very important that children and young people get to have their say on this consultation. To help this happen, CYCJ and the Scottish Government are holding two sessions open to anyone under the age of 26. You will have the chance to say what you think, and raise any worries you might have about this Bill, and what it will mean for you.

You can choose from an event on May 31 (2-4pm), or June 8 (6pm-8pm). Click on the link to register. Please share with anyone you think might be interested.

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