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The Scottish Sentencing Council releases new podcast on prison sentencing

Sentencing, Council activity - engagement
18th February 2025

The Council has launched its newest podcast episode focussing on prison sentencing.

Lord Beckett appointed new Council Chair

5th February 2025

The Right Honourable Lord Beckett (above left) has been appointed as Lord Justice Clerk and, by virtue of office, has also become the new Chair of the Scottish Sentencing Council. He replaces Lady Dorrian KC who has retired after nearly nine years as Chair of the Council and Lord Justice Clerk.

Lord Beckett to succeed Lady Dorrian as Lord Justice Clerk

Membership
31st January 2025

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.

Council publishes report on first stage of review of sentencing young people guideline

Research and Analysis
23rd January 2025

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.

Draft minutes of December 2024 meeting of the Scottish Sentencing Council

Meetings
30th December 2024

The draft minutes of the Council’s meeting held in Parliament House, Edinburgh on 06 December are now available.

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