The Mother and Baby Policy is a multi-agency approach to the decision-making process of actively promoting the wellbeing and positive life outcomes for babies whose mothers are in our care.

This policy is applicable to all SPS establishments containing a Mother and Baby Unit (MBU).

The Scottish Prison Service (SPS) is committed to building a safer Scotland and Unlocking Potential – Transforming Lives. In line with this objective, the SPS has developed this strategy document in partnership with respectme, Scotland’s Anti-Bullying Service funded by the Scottish Government and managed by the Scottish Association for Mental Health (SAMH) and LGBT Youth Scotland.