What steps it is taking to improve educational outcomes for those in the Gypsy, Roma, and Traveller communities.

The legal responsibility lies with parents to ensure their children receive a sufficient education. The Scottish Government is committed to ensuring that all children and young people, including those from Gypsy, Traveller and Roma communities, have access to the support they need to achieve their full potential.Local authorities have primary responsibility for ensuring that Gypsy/Traveller children can access education and remain engaged in learning. The Scottish Government supports this work through funding the Centre for Education for Traditionally Nomadic Communities (STEP). STEP works with local authorities to promote flexible and culturally responsive approaches to attendance and engagement, including Gypsy, Traveller and Roma children and young families maintain links with their school and continue their education while travelling.