I am moving amendment 40 to bring the bill into line with other legislation, most notably the Children (Scotland) Act 1995 and the Age of Legal Capacity (Scotland) Act 1991. It seeks to give young people the right to appeal against exclusion from school themselves rather than having to rely on their parents to do it for them. It is supported by a number of children's organisations and by the Law Society. I am personally aware of a number of occasions over the years on which that provision would have been very helpful to young people in pursuing their education.

I could say a great deal more as I have campaigned on the issue for 10 years. I hope that the Executive will accept the amendment so that I can celebrate tonight.

I move amendment 40.