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A PAR mum reflects on her mum's experience and how she found herself "in care" and the village that was meant to raise just didn't turn up. They say it takes a village to raise a child. But what happens when the village turns its back? My mum was barely more than a child herself when she had me — vulnerable, frightened, and trying to navigate a world that never gave her a fair start. She needed support, someone to believe in her, to show her how to build a life instead of wat

In October 2024, the much-anticipated research report led by CELCIS explored the implications and effects of Section 25 of the Children (Scotland) Act 1995. This significant legislation has shaped the welfare of children in Scotland for three decades. Understanding its impact on social work practice is essential, especially as societal needs change. Among those leading this charge is Catriona Grant, a Consultant Social Worker for PAR, whose insights have been vital in shaping

At Parents Advocacy and Rights (PAR), we believe that every parent deserves to be heard, respected, and supported — especially when family life gets complicated. Families involved in Scotland’s child-welfare systems often find themselves navigating a maze: GIRFEC, disability needs assessments, child protection, the Children’s Hearings System, and sometimes the family courts. For many, these challenges don’t happen in isolation. Poverty, poor housing, disability, racism, coerc