News
14.08.2024
Research explores victims' views on sentencing domestic abuse
The Scottish Sentencing Council today published a new report examining how victim-survivors of domestic abuse view sentencing in Scotland.
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31.07.2024
Scottish Sentencing Conversations podcast launched
The Council has launched a new podcast on sentencing in Scotland, with the first episode focussing on community sentencing.
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25.07.2024
Views sought on draft sentencing guidelines for rape offences
The Scottish Sentencing Council is seeking views on draft sentencing guidelines for rape offences.
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Spotlight on sentencing
03.09.2024
Sentencing criminals who reoffend when released early from prison
A blog from Council member Sheriff Iain Fleming
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28.11.2023
10 facts about the sentencing young people guideline
The sentencing young people guideline applies in cases where the person being sentenced is 24 or under. It reflects the need for a more individualistic approach when sentencing young people. In our latest blog, we set out key facts about the guideline.
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12.10.2023
Community Justice Scotland: New training course for people involved in the delivery of unpaid work
Community Justice Scotland’s Learning, Development and Innovation Lead James Murphy explains the importance of training front line workers to support people completing Community Payback Orders.
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Read about the rights of victims and the services and support available to them across our justice system.
Short videos explaining sentencing for victims of crime and for offenders and their families. Includes easy listen and watch.
As part of the Scottish Sentencing Council’s work to promote awareness and understanding of sentencing, a series of educational resources for Modern Studies teachers has been developed.