Keep The Promise

Sturgeon says leak shows councils are failing to meet pledge deadline

- PAUL HUTCHEON

NICOLA Sturgeon has criticised councils over a key policy for the most disadvantaged kids.

A leaked paper shows half of local authorities are failing to track progress on The Promise, which she launched when she was first minister.

She told the Record: "Delivering on The Promise requires government at all levels to step up, challenge failed ways of working and prioritise the responsibility they have to care for, love and nurture our most vulnerable young people.

"Put simply, this paper shows progress is not happening quickly enough and I hope it acts as a wake up call and pushes many of our councils to significantly up their efforts.

"The changes we are seeking for our care system cannot come quickly enough for those in care or at risk.