Motion · S5M-22113 · 22 Jun 2020

Childline Turns 30

Lodged by John Mason Standard Motion 20 supporters

The motion

That the Parliament congratulates Childline on its 30th anniversary; acknowledges that, since its launch, Childline has helped over four million children and young people, enabling the organisation to identify the different issues affecting children over time; recognises that certain issues have remained constant over time, including neglect and bullying; further recognises the move from playground bullying to cyberbullying and new forms of abuse involving technology, including online grooming and sexting, as well as an increase in reports of self-harm, suicidal thoughts and eating disorders; acknowledges the recent rise in contacts to Childline relating to mental health and emotional wellbeing during the COVID-19 pandemic, and commends Glasgow Childline staff and volunteers who will be walking, running or cycling 4km to raise funds so that the service can continue to be there for children when and where they need it.

Supporters (20)

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