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to ensure that their voices are heard as part of decision-making processes. Find out more »
Recent publications
Draft for Consultation: Carer's Strategy Policy Statement
The Carers Strategic Policy Statement is intended to maximise the benefits from national policies and approaches to support carers (including major ongoing reforms such as implementation of the Carers (Scotland) Act and the development of new social security powers for carers).
Annual Update 2019
Annual Update 2019
Out of School Care in Scotland – A Draft Framework for Consultation
The Scottish Government’s draft framework on Out of School Care sets out what is known about the out of school care sector in Scotland and asks questions about what the Scottish Government can do to support families in accessing high quality, flexible and affordable services which benefit children and parents and carers.
Good Work Plan: Proposals to Support Families
The UK Government is seeking views on proposals to better support parents to balance work and family-life.
Where your voice is heard
Been to an SWC event? Wonder what happens next?
The SWC responds to consultations, attends meetings and Committees and speaks with MSPs, MPs and key decision makers. Your voice can make a difference. By working with women throughout Scotland, the SWC has a positive impact on where and how women’s voices are used and listened to. Find out more by clicking on the link below.
@SWCwomen on Twitter
The SWC send Congratulations to the new Scottish law appointments.
Ms Dorothy Bain QC as Lord Advocate and Ms Ru… twitter.com/i/web/status… … 1 day ago
RT @ScotGovFairer: The Minister for Equalities & Older People is chairing the first Social Isolation and Loneliness National Implement… twitter.com/i/web/status… 2 days ago
RT @kaukabstewart: More history making...@ScotParl has agreed recommendation from @ScotGovFM of Dorothy Bain QC as Lord Advocate and R… twitter.com/i/web/status… 2 days ago
