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Committees

The Council has two types of committee: standing committees and working group committees. Standing committees are established on a long term basis to handle particular areas of ongoing work. Working group committees are established for a defined period of time and will generally focus on the development of a particular guideline, lasting only until this work is finished.

Working group committees

The Council currently has five working group committees. 

Their work includes:

  • engaging with stakeholders
  • ensuring the Council has the knowledge & research it needs
  • considering relevant policy issues

Sexual Offences Committee

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Domestic Abuse Committee

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Environmental and Wildlife Crime Committee

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Sentencing After a Guilty Plea Committee

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Standing committees

Communications and Engagement Committee

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Research Committee

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