Question reference: S6W-26837
- Date lodged: 11 April 2024
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Current status: Answered by Jenny Gilruth on 29 April 2024
Question
To ask the Scottish Government what role mentors provided by MCR Pathways play in improving outcomes for children and young people, including pupils from a care setting.
Answer
The Scottish Government recognise the important role programmes like MCR Pathways can play in supporting young people.
Mentors, who are volunteers from local communities, can support young people, including care-experienced young people, towards better outcomes.