News stories from The Oversight Board
Call to MSPs ahead of tonight's debate on the Children (Care, Care Experience and Services Planning) (Scotland) Bill
Thursday, 19 March 2026
Ahead of tonight's debate, Oversight Board Chair David Anderson has called on MSPs from all parties to vote for the Bill.
Oversight Board meeting in parliament
Friday, 27 February 2026
On February 26, members of the Oversight Board for the promise held a drop in session for MSPs in parliament.
Briefings on housing and education to be shared at the Scottish Parliament
Thursday, 26 February 2026
The Oversight Board are sharing briefings on housing and education with Members of the Scottish Parliament today, the 26th February.
Oversight Board mark Care Day with love and good wishes
Friday, 20 February 2026
Today – 20 February 2026 – is Care Day, the world’s largest celebration of people with care experience.
Oversight Board calls on corporate parents to recommit to keeping the promise
Thursday, 05 February 2026
On the sixth anniversary of the promise being made, The Oversight Board calls for corporate parents to recommit to its implementation.
Oversight Board update: February 2026
Tuesday, 03 February 2026
An update on Oversight Board activity from the Board's Chair, David Anderson.
October Update from David Anderson, Oversight Board chair
Monday, 27 October 2025
Find out what The Oversight Board have been doing over the summer and early Autumn
New Oversight Board Members
Tuesday, 17 June 2025
The Oversight Board is delighted to introduce six new members to the board
An Update from David Anderson, Oversight Board Chair
Friday, 09 May 2025
Find out what the Oversight Board have been doing since the launch of Report THREE in February.
Report THREE: Scotland is behind schedule— but still can keep the promise by 2030
Wednesday, 05 February 2025
Scotland’s promise to care experienced children, young people and families can still be achieved by 2030, says an Oversight Board report published today.