Schools Must Inform Pupils if Parent Requests Withdrawal From Religious Observance

Schools must inform pupils if parent requests withdrawal from religious observance

Scottish Parliament passes new law requiring schools to inform pupils of parental withdrawal from religious observance, strengthening children's rights.

Holyrood Backs Bill to Strengthen Pupils’ Rights on Religious Observance

Legislation clarifying the law around withdrawal from religious observance in schools has been passed by MSPs at Stage 3 in the Scottish Parliament. The Children Withdrawal from Religious Education and Amendment of UNCRC Compatibility Duty Scotland Bill will require schools to inform pupils when a parent or carer requests their withdrawal from religious observance and to consider any objection raised by the young person. The changes are designed…