Vision statement five: Scotland must strive to become a nation that does not restrain its children.
The number of children and young people experiencing restraint decreases.
Number of incidences of seclusion reported between 1st January and 31st December in care homes for children and young people
| Year | Number |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 71 |
| 2023 | 120 |
Notes
Reporting period: 1 January – 31 December 2024
Last updated: July 2025
Next Update due: July 2026
Expanded Content
The number of incidents of seclusion in care homes for children and young people fell between 2023 and 2024.There were 0.04 incidences for every place in 2024, a decrease from 0.07 in 2023.