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New sentencing guideline aims to demystify sentencing decisions
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
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
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
The Scottish Sentencing Council has today published research into public perceptions of sentencing for causing death by driving offences in Scotland
reports on sentencing for rape and sexual assault offences
The Council is today publishing two new research reports reviewing the information available on the sentencing of rape and offences involving sexual assault in Scotland, as well as looking at other jurisdictions