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 secure care
| Year | Number |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 377 |
| 2023 | 595 |
Notes
Reporting period: 1 January – 31 December 2024
Last updated: July 2025
Next Update due: July 2026
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The number of incidences of seclusion in secure care fell between 2023 and 2024.There were 5.5 incidents of seclusion per place in 2024. This marks a decrease from 7.4 incidents per place from 2023.