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Tam Baillie
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A lack of play is harming children’s mental health
Fewer play opportunities for young children means they are less likely to develop the inner resilience they will need to face the challenges of their teenage years
13 April 2018
Giving power to pupils is the right approach
Involving students in school decision-making not only reinforces their rights – it also boosts exam results, says the children and young people’s commissioner
20 January 2017
Wake up to bedroom tax
5 April 2013
Why silence youths? Involve them in the political process
After all, the outcome of the independence referendum will affect them the most
27 April 2012
Much to say on human rights
20 January 2012
On pupils’ right to be consulted
19 March 2010