The motion, debated last week, supports Play Scotland and Barnardo's Scotland in their call for a national implementation plan for play, which they argue will be crucial in tackling issues such as obesity, mental health and antisocial behaviour.
John Watson, parliamentary and policy officer at Barnardo's Scotland, said: "Although teenagers might not connect with the language of 'playing', finding appropriate recreation and things to do is consistently a major response when young people are asked what they actually want."
Scottish deputy education minister Robert Brown said: "I am keeping an open mind on whether or not a play strategy would add any value to the existing initiatives in Scotland. The executive will continue to engage with Play Scotland and others as we consider the options for taking these matters forward. I hope to report back to Parliament on this in the fairly near future."
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