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Two members of the Scottish Sentencing Council have been appointed as sheriffs
Former Summary Sheriff Paul Brown and Matthew Jackson QC were among 18 new Sheriffs appointed by Her Majesty The Queen following recommendation by the First Minister on Friday 13 August.
New guideline on the sentencing of young people encourages rehabilitation to cut reoffending
Following consultation, the Scottish Sentencing Council has finalised a new guideline on the sentencing of young people.
New sentencing guidelines come into force in Scotland
A NEW sentencing guideline developed by the Scottish Sentencing Council comes into force in Scotland today (Wednesday, 22 September 2021).
Community sentencing
Drawing on research and engagement carried out with sentencers and others, the Scottish Sentencing Council has published a paper highlighting obstacles to the use of community sentences and suggesting a range of actions which might improve judicial confidence in their use.
High Court approves new guideline on the sentencing of young people which encourages rehabilitation to cut reoffending
The High Court of Justiciary has today approved a new sentencing guideline developed by the Scottish Sentencing Council, which seeks to reduce reoffending among young people.