The Child Poverty (Scotland) Act 2017

The Child Poverty (Scotland) Act 2017 is a law that commits Scotland to reducing child poverty. It sets specific targets to cut the number of children living in poverty over ten years. The Act also requires government and public agencies to develop and implement plans to achieve these goals. Its purpose is to improve the lives of children by ensuring they have access to essential services, opportunities, and support, ultimately aiming for a fairer society where fewer children experience hardship due to poverty.