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Public perceptions of sentencing for sexual offences research published

8th July 2021

The Scottish Sentencing Council has today published in-depth research into public perceptions of sentencing for sexual offences. The independently conducted research was carried out on the Council’s behalf by ScotCen Social Research. 

New sentencing guideline aims to demystify sentencing decisions

Guidelines
17th June 2021

Following consultation, the Scottish Sentencing Council has finalised a new sentencing guideline setting out the process for all sentencing decisions in Scotland.

Sheriff Iain Fleming appointed to the Scottish Sentencing Council

Recruitment
20th May 2021

The Lord Justice General has appointed Sheriff Iain Fleming of the sheriffdom of Glasgow and Strathkelvin to become the new sheriff member on the Scottish Sentencing Council.

Prince Philip has died, aged 99

9th April 2021

The Duke of Edinburgh, Prince Philip, has died aged 99, Buckingham Palace announced today.

 

Public perceptions of sentencing for death by driving offences explored in new research report

18th February 2021

The Scottish Sentencing Council has today published research into public perceptions of sentencing for causing death by driving offences in Scotland

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Originally published on 22nd November 2019. Updated on 4th September 2025.

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