NICOLA Sturgeon has pledged to improve Scotland’s care structure after meeting more than 1000 youngsters who have experience of the system.
The First Minister promised to listen to young people who had been in care when she launched a review in 2016.
As well as fulfilling her commitment to speak to 1000 care experienced young people, Sturgeon said “immediate actions” have been taken to improve the system. The Independent Care Review, due to be published today, has been looking at the “broader transformation required”.
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The First Minister said her Government has already brought in a £33 million fund to improve educational outcomes for youngsters in care. Ministers have also scrapped the age limit on the £8100 a year bursary that university students who have been in care can receive.
The First Minister said: “We know there is more to do but this is just the start of the journey.”
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