Freedom
Scottish Families Rally Defends Parental Rights
Faith Facts
- Scottish families gathered outside Holyrood to oppose legislation threatening educational freedom.
- Proposed amendments may increase regulation for home educators, concerning many Christian families.
- Parents stress the importance of their God-given responsibility in guiding their children’s education.
Men and women of faith in Scotland stood together, voicing concerns over government overreach into family life through proposed education laws. Christian education group Unite for Education organized the rally, emphasizing the need to protect parental authority rooted in biblical principles.
Amendments introduced by Green MSP Ross Greer echo regulations debated at Westminster and would give more power to local authorities, reducing parental control. Families are particularly concerned about the impact on children with special educational needs.
The Labour government has softened some bill requirements, but a Conservative-backed change would allow officials to determine what is in a child’s best interest, a role biblically entrusted to parents. Families of children with disabilities fear negative consequences under this amendment.
“This rally is not the end, it is the beginning of something in Scotland. Parents are not anti‑school. They are concerned. Concerns about what is being taught, rising violence, identity confusion, and the increasing struggles facing young people, including mental health and suicide cannot be ignored. It is time for change, and together we can make that change.”
Unite for Education plans to formally present their concerns to the Scottish government, standing strong for faith, family values, and true freedom.
Stand with Scottish parents and families who value Christian principles by learning more about this important issue.