The No To Named Persons (NO2NP) campaign group claim that ministers acted illegally and outwith their powers. Legal papers formally challenging the Scottish Government’s named person plans have been lodged at the Court of Session.
The provision was part of the Children and Young People (Scotland) Act, and assigns a "named person", such as a teacher or health visitor or midwife , to have regard for the welfare of every child under 18. The Scottish government has argued that the proposals would greatly help vulnerable children and families.
However, the campaign group challenging the provision claim the measure contravenes the European Convention on Human Rights.Director of the Christian Institute, Colin Hart also involved in the campaign, said:
"This marks the beginning of a landmark case which has implication for every family in Scotland.We are making a stand for all mums and dads who are doing their best for the children they love.We are not prepared to stand by and watch as the roles of parents and their rights to a family life are diminished and trampled over by an authoritarian big brother government intent on making its presence felt in every living room in the land."
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