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The Promise Scotland @thepromise.scot · 17/09/2026

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This story highlights the Family Compass test of change which explored whether children, young people, parents, & carers could be more meaningfully involved in certain meetings through chairing or co-chairing. Find out some of the key learning to take into your own work here 👉 ow.ly/b4O250ZOi9s

Illustration of two hands gently holding a family of embracing, symbolising care with a quote from Fiona Di Duca, Independent Decision Maker at Renfrewshire Council, formally Quality Assurance Review Officer for South Ayrshire Health and Social Care Partnership explaining that offering genuine choice and sharing decision-making power can transform the experience of meetings from something that is done to families into something that is done with them.

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Barnardo's Scotland @barnardosscot.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Join us for a relaxing cuppa and catch-up in Aberdeen, where you can meet our friendly fostering team, chat with experienced foster carers, ask questions and find out more about fostering in your locality. No pressure at all. Just an informal opportunity to connect and learn. Details above.

Third Force News @thirdforcenews.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

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How can we make public service reform work for Scotland’s social care sector? The Scottish Government must act now, says Rachel Cackett of @ccpscotland.bsky.social buff.ly/phc3A2s

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How can we make public service reform work for Scotland’s social care sector? - TFN

The Scottish Government must act now, says Rachel Cackett

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CELCIS @celcis.org · 13/09/2026

Data is integral to the drive to improve care for our children, young people and families. Version 2 of the Minimum Dataset resources is available on our webpage for Scotland's Child Protection Committees. Take a look: buff.ly/4fVNjRF

A graphic of two children blowing a dandelion to illustrate the revised webpage on Minimum Dataset for Child Protection Committees in Scotland. Version 2 is now available on the CELCIS website.

Barnardo's Scotland @barnardosscot.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

We are proud to be a part of the first-ever #ScotEmpDay26 At Barnardo’s, we work positively and believe in the potential of young people as we train and support them across the country. Our aim is #ChangingLivesTogether Visit our dedicated website: www.barnardos-ets.org.uk

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The Promise Scotland @thepromise.scot · 10/09/2026

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The Independent Strategic Advisor is continuing her visits to all 32 local authorities to learn more about progress & challenges in work to keep the promise to children, young people, families & care experienced adults. She recently visited Falkirk Council. Listen to find out more about the day⬇️

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1919 Magazine @1919magazine.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

More Scottish children are affected by a parent going to prison each year than by parental divorce. Inside the HMP Edinburgh initiative making visits more child-friendly. 1919magazine.co.uk/september202...

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Behind bars: Bond beyond bars - 1919 Magazine

Visiting parents in prison can be a daunting experience for children. 1919 visits HMP Edinburgh to find out how it helps young people to play and bond with their dads behind bars.

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The Promise Scotland @thepromise.scot · 01/09/2026

We welcome the specific commitments included in the 2026 to 2031 Programme for Government to keep the promise especially the emphasis on strengthening whole family support, eradicating child poverty, and implementing the Children’s (Care, Care Experience & Services Planning) (Scotland) Act.

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Barnardo's Scotland @barnardosscot.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

A stark warning from more than 40 charities — including @barnardosscot.bsky.social — that proposed changes to disability benefits could leave thousands of young people struggling to make ends meet. Read the full story in today's @heraldscotland.bsky.social newspaper: tinyurl.com/2kh2en3e

Thousands could be caught by major DWP disability benefit shake-up

Charities warn proposed DWP changes to health-related Universal Credit for under-22s could push thousands of young people into poverty.

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Barnardo's Scotland @barnardosscot.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

It was a pleasure to welcome Ivan McKee, Cabinet Secretary for Public Service Reform, to our Common Ground service in Glasgow today. During the visit, we discussed the importance of strong joint working between all of our partners, whose collaboration is fundamental to the service's success. 🤝

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It was a pleasure to welcome Ivan McKee, Cab Sec for Public Service Reform, to our Common Ground service in Glasgow today. At the visit, we discussed the importance of strong joint working between al...

Barnardo's Scotland @barnardosscot.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

Fostering in Scotland is in crisis. ⚠️ There is an acute shortage of suitable homes and carers for children who are unable to remain in the care of their family. But you can help. Find out more here: tfn.scot/news/warning...

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Warning that Scottish fostering is in crisis - TFN

Pressures on the sector are unsustainable

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The Promise Scotland @thepromise.scot · 10/08/2026

Join Fiona Duncan, Independent Strategic Advisor - the promise, for the Caring Scotland? event at the Festival of Politics on 17 August. The event will explore how far Scotland has come in keeping the promise and the barriers to change that are still getting in the way: ow.ly/2nn850ZxHSv

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Barnardo's Scotland @barnardosscot.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

Our shop in Aberdeen’s Union Street is opening its doors for a week of celebrations, including a fun day, a bake sale and face painting. 🎉 💚 🍰 The ‘We Are Barnardo’s Week’ will run from Monday, so come along and join the fun. More details ➡️ tinyurl.com/mr32ekzz

Unity at Union Street as Barnardo’s opens its doors

The Barnardo’s shop in Aberdeen’s Union Street is opening its doors for a week of celebrations, including a fun day, a bake sale, face painting and colouring activities.

Children in Scotland @childreninscotland.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

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Looking for your next opportunity? Our members are currently advertising a range of interesting roles. If you’re ready for a new challenge, explore the latest vacancies on our website: lnkd.in/eUWvvh9V @sccrcentre.bsky.social @barnardosscot.bsky.social @thirtyoneeight.bsky.social

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Barnardo's Scotland @barnardosscot.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

We are looking to recruit an experienced and highly skilled Children's Service Manager to manage the Barnardo's Nurture Service Inverclyde. Could that be you? All of the information below. ⬇️ tinyurl.com/4x2cppps

Get information about working with us and find out how to apply for a job. If you’re driven by a passion to make a difference to young people’s lives, we want to hear from you.

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The Promise Scotland @thepromise.scot · 16/07/2026

Children’s rights must underpin all work to keep the promise, shaping how change is delivered & experienced. Plan 24-30's Rights and Restraint route map focuses on implementation of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) which was incorporated into Scots Law two years ago.

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The Promise Scotland @thepromise.scot · 08/07/2026

Plan 24-30’s What Matters questions are a practical way to keep the promise at the heart of your work. This free and interactive resource helps you to see your service through the eyes of children, young people, care experienced adults, and their families. Click here: ow.ly/blBf50ZkKZ6

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The Promise Scotland @thepromise.scot · 01/07/2026

This week, Fiona visited Midlothian and Fife Council to learn more about the change happening, the challenges getting in the way, & how we can work together to ensure that every child, young person, care experienced adult & family have what they need to thrive. Learn more: ow.ly/cYOU50ZfPSN

Graphic titled 'Local catch ups: Midlothian and Fife' highlighting understanding progress to keep the promise in local areas with a stylised map of Scotland and a connecting trail of location pins.

A cake shaped like a heart iced with the colours of the promise which represents voice, family, care, people, and scaffolding.

The Promise Scotland @thepromise.scot · 24/06/2026

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Are you asking the right questions? Plan 24-30’s What Matters questions help you see your service through the eyes of care experienced children, young people, adults, and their families – helping you act on what was heard by the Independent Care Review. Learn more here: ow.ly/kyh050Zfyvu

Coalition of Care & Support Providers in Scotland @ccpscotland.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

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📢 We're hiring! CCPS is looking for a Research and Policy Manager to join our team. Find out more here 🔗 www.ccpscotland.org/recruitment/ Closing date for applications: Wednesday 8 July at 5pm

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Barnardo's Scotland @barnardosscot.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

Are you looking to get into work? If so, why not check out the Creative Industries Open Day. All of the information is on the attached flyer. 📢

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Barnardo's Scotland @barnardosscot.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

Protecting children online must remain a collective responsibility - not one placed on young people themselves. Please see the recently launched report which amplifies their voices in the ongoing debate about the online world. 📢 Read it here: tinyurl.com/d72emb3p

Barnardo's Scotland @barnardosscot.bsky.social · 20/05/2026

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We were pleased to support the Growing Up Online youth engagement project, working directly with young people across Greater Glasgow and Clyde to learn about their experiences of being online. Report here: www.stor.scot.nhs.uk/server/api/core/bitstreams/10acee1e-9d48-4497-a309-68097c56f4dd/content

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Barnardo's Scotland @barnardosscot.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

Your View is back for 2026! Join us atop the world-famous Forth Bridge for an experience of a lifetime. What's more, you'll be supporting our life-changing work for children, young people and their families. Tickets will sell fast, so book yours today: www.eventbrite.com/cc/your-view...

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Your View at the Forth Bridge 2026

A once in a lifetime opportunity to enjoy a 360 degree, uninterrupted panorama view of the Edinburgh and Fife coastline as you have never seen them before - 361 feet up atop the iconic Forth Bridge!

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Aberlour Children's Charity @aberlourcharity.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

Alongside partners we've written to the Education & Gaelic, Equalities & Human Rights and Social Justice Committees to call for a joint Scottish Parliamentary committee on ending child poverty.

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Coalition of Care & Support Providers in Scotland @ccpscotland.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

📢 Join our team! We are looking for the right person to step into our new role of Research and Policy Manager, a varied management role in which you can really make your mark. Find out more and apply here 🔗 www.ccpscotland.org/recruitment/

Against a purple background, text reads 'we are hiring. Research and policy manager. Can you demonstrate success in delivering credible data analysis and research projects to inform good social policy? Do you have experience in developing high-performing policy staff? Are you motivated by driving real change in Scottish society? Deadline: Wednesday, July 8. Apply now: ccpscotland.org/recruitment."

Barnardo's Scotland @barnardosscot.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

We are delighted that @barnardosscot.bsky.social East Ayrshire Families Centre will be refurbished and improved for children and families thanks to new funding from East Ayrshire Council. Read the full story here: newsroom.east-ayrshire.gov.uk/news/communi...

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Communities across East Ayrshire set to benefit from latest round of Place funding | East Ayrshire Council News

East Ayrshire Cabinet this week approved proposals for a number of community projects eligible for Pride in Place funding.

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Barnardo's @barnardos.org.uk · 10/06/2026

“We know parents are making major sacrifices to ensure their children can eat as well as possible within their budgets,” said our chief executive Lynn Perry. The latest @foodfoundation.bsky.social #BrokenPlate report shows healthy food is becoming less affordable. brnw.ch/21x3e8E

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Poorest families must spend 85% of disposable income to get healthy diet – study

Healthier food is nearly twice as expensive per calorie as less healthy alternatives, according to the Food Foundation’s annual Broken Plate report.

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Barnardo's Scotland @barnardosscot.bsky.social · 09/06/2026

We have a new Director of Barnardo's Scotland! 💚 Michele Janes is taking over from the outgoing Martin Crewe and will combine the role with her existing duties in Northern Ireland. Read all about it here: tinyurl.com/mvzszudm

New head to drive leading Scottish care charity - TFN

Current CEO is retiring

goodmovesjobs.bsky.social @goodmovesjobs.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

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@barnardosscot.bsky.social is recruiting for the posts below ➡️Project Worker 1 ➡️Children's Services Manager More info @ tinyurl.com/fdkv6xcr #charityjob

Barnardo's @barnardos.org.uk · 26/05/2026

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What young people see shapes what they learn. Today that comes from content, creators and culture. That’s why we worked with 12 young people across the UK to create ‘Call It What It Is’ - highlighting how misogyny and harmful ideas about masculinity shape real-world attitudes.

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The Promise Scotland @thepromise.scot · 28/05/2026

Throughout this year, Fiona Duncan, the Independent Strategic Advisor – the promise, will visit all local authorities across Scotland, to hear from people about progress to keep the promise. In this blog, she explains why she is heading out on the road. Read more: ow.ly/NIhJ50Z51Kx

Text on a dark blue background reads 'Keeping the promise in local areas' with a subtitle about understanding progress and linking local insights to national change, alongside a stylized map of Scotland with location pins.

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The Promise Scotland @thepromise.scot · 21/05/2026

Children, young people, families, & care experienced adults should have what they need to thrive no matter where they live in Scotland. Outcomes from this session will directly support the use of Plan 24-30 and inform the path forward to fulfilling the promise. Read more here:

Illustration of people protected by large hands symbolising support and highlighting Scotland's Combined Regional Network on 20 May.

Fraser McKinlay, Fiona Duncan and Chloe Riddell from The Promise Scotland speaking at the regional network

Chloe Riddell speaking to the regional network

Promise leads from across Scotland discussing route maps

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Coalition of Care & Support Providers in Scotland @ccpscotland.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

"Meaningful change is possible, and the first steps we need to take are clear." CCPS CEO @r-cackett.bsky.social for @thirdforcenews.bsky.social on what Scotland’s social care sector needs from the new parliament ⤵️ tfn.scot/opinion/what...

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What does Scotland’s social care sector need from the new parliament? - TFN

Rachel Cacket on what the sector needs from John Swinney’s new government

The Promise Scotland @thepromise.scot · 19/05/2026

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New MSPs have been chosen to represent the people of Scotland for the next five years and it is part of their responsibilities to make sure the promise is realised in the lives of children, young people, families, and care experienced adults. The time to act is now: ow.ly/ihEW50YUz7r

An illustration of an adult and child embracing symbolising care and text highlighting that the new Scottish Government has a unique opportunity to show Scotland that if it makes a promise it will keep it.

Barnardo's Scotland @barnardosscot.bsky.social · 20/05/2026

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Barnardo's @barnardos.org.uk · 15/05/2026

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Children’s mental health is in crisis.🚨 We welcome the announcement a new cross-government strategy, but it must go further. That means: ✅ Early intervention ✅ MHST+ with school counsellors ✅ Clear, measurable targets Without decisive action now, too many young people will be left behind.

The Promise Scotland @thepromise.scot · 15/05/2026

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The recently elected MSPs have a unique opportunity to transform Scotland’s approach to care so that all children grow up loved, safe, and respected and realise their full potential. Learn more about what needs to happen next here: ow.ly/x8rF50YUyZV

Text urging action to improve Scotland's public sector and support children, families, and care experienced adults with an illustration of an adult and a child embracing while reading a book symbolising care and safety.

The Promise Scotland @thepromise.scot · 13/05/2026

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Keeping the promise means ensuring children stay with their families where it is safe &, when that isn't possible, ensuring children & young people’s experiences of care are loving so they become thriving adults. Our response to the election result: ow.ly/le0c50YUy6O

Map of Scotland with a heart featuring the Scottish flag and text highlighting that Scotland has chosen who will be responsible for keeping the promise by 2030.

The Promise Scotland @thepromise.scot · 06/05/2026

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Working to create change for families in Scotland? Check out this learning story which highlights the Get to Focus Group in Falkirk, a group of parents who created a space where they can come together to co-design better services & systems in a trauma-informed environment: ow.ly/SO2y50YKqRT

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Falkirk’s Get to Focus Group: Co-designing better services and systems

A group of parents who were brought together with other communities of interest to create a space where families can connect and provide peer support, while also influencing services.

Together (Scottish Alliance for Children's Rights) @together-sacr.bsky.social · 04/05/2026

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🎉It's #MembershipMay Our member @barnardosscot.bsky.social says Together helped "increase knowledge & understanding of the UNCRC & other related conventions & legislation" & would recommend to a charity friend! Find out more about our membership here: www.togetherscotland.org.uk/membership/b...

The Promise Scotland @thepromise.scot · 04/05/2026

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In developing the Plan 24-30 Leadership route map, Carly Glover spoke to leaders across different areas on what they felt needed to happen for the promise to be kept, and the role of leadership. In this blog, Carly reflects on what she heard and what Scotland can learn. Read more: ow.ly/6ruF50YIW1G

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Keeping the Promise: Learning from the Leadership Route Map

In preparing the Leadership route map on Plan 24-30, Carly Glover spoke to leaders working in different parts of Scotland’s ‘care system’, on what they felt needed to happen for the promise to be kept...

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The Promise Scotland @thepromise.scot · 23/04/2026

Plan 24-30 is Scotland's plan to deliver the calls to action of the promise. It has two key and linked parts: the route maps and the Promise Story of Progress. Check out this new video to help you understand how they work together 👇 youtu.be/ldIH3qqytu8

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Plan 24-30 Route Maps and Promise Story of Progress

Plan 24-30 is Scotland's plan to deliver the calls to action of the promise. It has two key and linked parts: the route maps and the Promise Story of Progres...