News
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Council plays host
The Council hosted visiting colleagues from England & Wales and the Australian states of Victoria & Tasmania at its recent meeting - hearing about different ways to develop an effective work programme at an early stage.
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Allan Findlay new summary sheriff
Council member Allan Findlay has been appointed as one of Scotland’s first summary sheriffs.
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Business Plan news item
Secondary legislation is now in place requiring the Council to submit a three-year Business Plan to the Scottish Parliament.
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Senator member to chair meetings
Lord Turnbull, the senator member of the Council, will chair future meetings until a new Lord Justice Clerk is appointed.
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Prosecutor member awarded CBE
Catherine Dyer, the prosecutor member of the Council, has been awarded a CBE for her services to law and order.