June 2020. Almost all of Scotland’s youth are concerned about the impact of Covid-19 on their futures, according to a new study. In research commissioned by the Scottish Youth Parliament, 96% of young people said they are worried about the impact the coronavirus pandemic is having on their futures. Mental health was also a major worry during the lockdown, with 77% saying they were concerned on the impact it was having, while 40% were unsure where they could get help. Jack Dudgeon, the chairman of the Scottish Youth Parliament, said: “Young people need reassurance that their life opportunities are not at risk.
Jun 2020. Coronavirus and the Youth in Scotland
