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A legislative proposal calling on the Senedd to enshrine children’s rights in Welsh law has been launched today.
Bil Pob Plentyn (A Law for Every Child) has been put forward by Jane Dodds MS, with support from more than 20 organisations, including Play Wales.
The proposal calls on all political parties to commit to placing a statutory duty on public bodies to actively listen to, protect, and support every child in Wales – regardless of their background or circumstances. It aims to guarantee children’s rights are treated as fundamental to public decision-making and accountability.
The campaign behind Bil Pob Plentyn stems from a growing recognition that despite progress, too many children, especially those in care, in Wales still face barriers to being heard, safe, and properly supported.
Jane Dodds MS, the Chair of the Cross-Party Groups, Children in Our Care and Children and Families, said:
‘This is about building a Wales where every child knows their voice matters, where their safety is protected by law, and where their future is shaped with dignity and care.’
Play Wales says:
‘Wales is rightly seen as a country where children’s play is prioritised. The need for this legislation was identified in the Ministerial Review of Play. The Bil Pob Plentyn act has the potential to extend current legislation and ensure that play is given the priority it deserves.’