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Resource constraints affect sentencing of offenders with mental health and related issues, Council research finds
The complex challenges in sentencing people with mental health and related issues are outlined in two new reports, published today by the Scottish Sentencing Council.
Recruitment of new Council lay member
The Scottish Ministers are recruiting the appointment of a new member to the Council. The vacancy is for the Council’s lay member, which is open to any individual who is not qualified as a judicial or legal member.
Draft minutes of December 2024 meeting of the Scottish Sentencing Council
The draft minutes of the Council’s meeting held in Parliament House, Edinburgh on 06 December are now available.
Council publishes report on first stage of review of sentencing young people guideline
The Council has today published a report on the routine review of the operation of the “Sentencing young people” guideline during its first year in force.
Lord Beckett to succeed Lady Dorrian as Lord Justice Clerk
His Majesty the King has appointed the Right Honourable Lord Beckett as Lord Justice Clerk. The announcement was made by First Minister John Swinney today.