New paid family leave for foster and kinship carers welcomed

New paid family leave for foster and kinship carers welcomed

Scottish Government offers vital support to families across the country.

Angela Constance MSP has warmly welcomed the news that the Scottish Government has taken an important step forward by introducing additional paid family leave for foster and kinship carers.

This new policy means employers across Scotland can now offer meaningful support to foster and kinship carers, helping to create workplaces that are inclusive, understanding and responsive to their unique needs.

Speaking about the announcement, Angela Constance MSP said:

“The key role that foster and kinship carers play in providing safe and loving homes for our children and young people cannot be overstated. In Almond Valley and right across Scotland, they are central to our shared ambition of delivering The Promise by 2030. I am delighted to see the Scottish Government recognising this through additional paid family leave, which will make a real difference to many families.”

This move highlights the Scottish Government’s commitment to improving the lives of children and young people in care, and to supporting those who open their homes and hearts to them.

Notes: 

https://www.gov.scot/news/call-for-more-foster-carers/

http://www.gov.scot/fostercare

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