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Limited revisions to guidelines for rape offences proposed
The Scottish Sentencing Council is proposing limited revisions to guidelines on sentencing rape offences to take into account forthcoming amendments to legislation passed by the Scottish Parliament.
Council publishes report to mark its ten-year anniversary
The Scottish Sentencing Council has published a report on its ten-year anniversary conference.
New sheriff member appointed
The Lord Justice General has appointed Sheriff Frances McCartney as the new sheriff member of the Scottish Sentencing Council.
Council releases new video on the sentencing process in Scotland
A new video commissioned by the Council provides insight into the steps judges follow in deciding a sentence.
Council launches public consultation on draft domestic abuse guideline
The Council has launched a public consultation to seek views on a draft sentencing guideline for domestic abuse offences.