1. Declaration of interests

Meghan Gallagher was invited to declare any relevant interests.

Meghan Gallagher declared that she is a Councillor in North Lanarkshire Council.

2. Impact of Covid 19 on Children and Young people with additional support needs and care experienced young people:

The Committee heard evidence from—

Bruce Adamson, Children and Young People’s Commissioner;

Stephen McGhee, Managing Director, Spark of Genius, and representing the Scottish Coalition Services Coalition (SCSC);

Linda O'Neill, Education Lead, Centre for Excellence for Children's Care and Protection (CELCIS);

and then from—

Laurie Black, Convener of the ASN Committee, Educational Institute of Scotland (EIS);

Ramon Hutchingson, Co-ordinator, Autism Resources Co-ordination Hub (ARCH) - South Lanarkshire;

Sally Cavers, Head of Inclusion, Children In Scotland.

Stephanie Callaghan declared that she is a Councillor with South Lanarkshire Council.

3. Evidence Session(In Private)

The Committee considered the evidence it heard earlier under agenda item 1.