Proposed Youth Work (Scotland) Bill consultation response – March 2025

A consultation by Martin Whitfield MSP, Member of the Scottish Parliament for South Scotland, is regarding a proposal for a Youth Work (Scotland) Bill. This Bill states it is to ensure accessible, well-funded, and high-quality youth work services, to make youth work more accessible and sustainable across Scotland.

The response from The CLD Standards Council to this consultation was compiled following consultation with members of the CLD Standards Council, and key stakeholders, who clearly advocated for strengthened legislation to support CLD as a whole, including its constituent parts of Adult Learning, Community Development and Youth Work.

The response was submitted directly to Mr Whitfield on 12th March 2025, on behalf of the membership.