Reducing reoffending
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Sentencing and Penal Policy Commission: call for evidence
Gathering evidence to inform the work of the independent Commission on Sentencing and Penal Policy. The Commission will make recommendations for improvements to penal policy and practice.
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Criminal justice - electronic monitoring by GPS: information note
Information on use of global positioning systems (GPS) technology for electronic monitoring purposes in the criminal justice system.
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Justice Social Work Statistics in Scotland: 2023-24 – Part 2
An annual bulletin summarising the main trends in community orders and justice social work reports.
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Safer Communities and Justice Statistics Monthly Data Report: December 2024 edition
This report contains summary statistics covering a number of important justice and safer communities areas. It is published with up to date statistics every month.
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Prison population
Information on the change to release point for short-term prisoners and wider action to reduce the prison population.
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Multi-Agency Public Protection Arrangements (MAPPA) in Scotland: national overview report 2023-24
The Multi-Agency Public Protection Arrangements (MAPPA), are a set of statutory partnership working arrangements introduced in 2007. This report provides an overview of the main national developments in relation to MAPPA during the reporting period from 1 April 2023 to 31 March 2024.
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Safer Communities and Justice Statistics Monthly Data Report : November 2024 edition
This report contains summary statistics covering a number of important justice and safer communities areas. It is published with up to date statistics every month.
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Justice and safer communities statistics: monthly data report summary - October 2024
Summary statistics covering a number of important justice and safer communities areas. It is published with up to date statistics every month.
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Safer Communities and Justice Statistics Monthly Data Report: September 2024
This report contains summary statistics covering a number of important justice and safer communities areas. It is published with up to date statistics every month.
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Justice Social Work Statistics in Scotland: 2023-24 – Part 1
This report presents national level information on many aspects of justice social work activity, as well as the characteristics of individuals involved.
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Violence prevention framework for Scotland: annual progress report 2023 to 2024
The Violence Prevention Framework (2023) sets out a comprehensive range of activity to prevent violence from happening in the first place and to reduce the impact when it does. This report highlights the progress that has been made over 2023 to 2024 with partners on our shared programme.
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Safer Communities and Justice Statistics Monthly Data Report : August 2024 edition
This report contains summary statistics covering a number of important justice and safer communities areas. It is published with up to date statistics every month.
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Community Payback Orders – Unpaid Work or Other Activity Requirements – May 2024
The report models the number of hours of unpaid work or other activity outstanding as part of community payback orders and how this has changed over time.
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National strategy for community justice: delivery plan update 2 – March 2024
Sets out deliverables which detail the work that will be undertaken to drive improvement nationally towards the aims of the National Strategy for Community Justice.
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Safer Communities and Justice Statistics Monthly Data Report : July 2024 edition
The report contains summary statistics covering a number of important justice and safer communities areas. It is published with up to date statistics every month.
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Prison population: position paper
Scottish Government action to address the increase in prisoner numbers. Includes information on the drivers of the prison population and country comparisons.
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Long-term prisoner release process: consultation
We are seeking views on changing the point of release under licence conditions for people serving a custodial sentence of four years or more.
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Safer Communities and Justice Statistics Monthly Data Report : June 2024
This report contains summary statistics covering a number of important justice and safer communities area. It is published with up to date statistics every month.
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Prison population: information note
Scottish Government action to address the increase in prisoner numbers.
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Safer Communities and Justice Statistics Monthly Data Report : May 2024 edition
the report contains summary statistics covering a number of important justice and safer communities statistics. It is published with up to date statistics every month.
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Safer Communities and Justice Statistics Monthly Data Report: April 2024
This report contains summary statistics covering a number of important justice and safer communities areas. It is published with up to date statistics every month.
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Building a New Scotland: Justice in an independent Scotland
This paper sets out the Scottish Government's vision for justice in an independent Scotland.
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Building a New Scotland: Justice in an independent Scotland - Easy Read
Easy read version of the Scottish Government's vision for justice in an independent Scotland.
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Marches, parades and static demonstrations: guidance
This publication sets out the key duties and responsibilities for local authorities facilitating marches, parades and protests in Scotland. It provides guidance and highlights best practice for all key parties involved.
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Safer Communities and Justice Statistics Monthly Data Report : March 2024
This report contains summary statistics covering a number of important justice and safer community statistics. It is published with up to date statistics every month.
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Independent review of sentencing and penal policy
In-depth look at how best to deal with offending behaviour.
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Justice Analytical Services (JAS) Safer Communities and Justice Statistics Monthly Data Report February 2024 edition
This report contains summary statistics covering a number of important justice and safer communities areas. It is published with up to date statistics every month.
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Prostitution - challenging and deterring men's demand: strategic approach
Sets our our collective approach, working with stakeholders across the wider public and third sector, to challenge and deter men’s demand for prostitution and support those with experience of it.
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National Care Service: Justice Social Work research
This report summarises research undertaken by IPSOS Scotland and Prof. Beth Weaver in 2023. It explores the views of Justice Social Work staff, partners and people experiencing the justice system about its strengths and weaknesses, and asks their views on potential inclusion within a future National Care Service (NCS).
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Justice Analytical Services (JAS) Safer Communities and Justice Statistics Monthly Data Report: January 2024 edition
This report contains summary statistics covering a number of important justice and safer communities areas. It is published with up to date statistics every month.
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Learning Disabilities, Autism and Neurodivergence Bill: consultation
We are committed to protecting, respecting and championing the rights of people with learning disabilities and neurodivergent people. This consultation on proposals for a Learning Disabilities, Autism and Neurodivergence Bill seeks the views of everyone on how we can do this.
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Justice Analytical Services (JAS) Safer Communities and Justice Statistics Monthly Data Report December 2023 edition
This report contains summary statistics covering a number of important justice and safer communities statistics. It is published with up to date statistics every month.
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Decision-making on Bail and Remand in Scotland: final report - December 2023
The final report from the Decision-making on Bail and Remand in Scotland study. Presents findings from qualitative fieldwork with the judiciary, Crown Office and Procurator Fiscal Service, defence agents, and justice social workers.
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Scottish Advisory Panel on Offender Rehabilitation (SAPOR): biennial report 2020 - 2022
Scottish Advisory Panel on Offender Rehabilitation (SAPOR) biennial report covers activity undertaken in 2020 to 2021 and in 2021 to 2022.
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Scottish Advisory Panel on Offender Rehabilitation (SAPOR): interim report 2023
Scottish Advisory Panel on Offender Rehabilitation (SAPOR) interim report covers activity undertaken in 2023.
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Justice Analytical Services (JAS) Safer Communities and Justice Statistics Monthly Data Report: November 2023 edition
This report contains summary statistics covering a number of important justice and safer communities statistics. It is published with up to date statistics every month.
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CashBack for Communities phase 6: equality impact assessment
Equality impact assessment (EQIA) to consider the impacts on equality of the development of policy for phase 6 of the Cashback for Communities programme. The programme uses money recovered under the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002 to fund projects for children and young people.
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Scotland's approach to antisocial behaviour: review findings
This report presents findings on the perceptions of current approaches to antisocial behaviour in Scotland, based on discussions with key stakeholders including victims and frontline staff. The report will help inform future reviews on best practice for preventing and tackling antisocial behaviour.
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Vision for Justice in Scotland: three year delivery plan
Provides a high-level overview of the main areas of work that are being undertaken across the justice sector, and further significant reforms that will be introduced over the period 2023 to 2026.
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Multi-Agency Public Protection Arrangements (MAPPA) in Scotland: national overview report 2022-2023
The Multi-Agency Public Protection Arrangements (MAPPA), are a set of statutory partnership working arrangements introduced in 2007. This report provides an overview of the main national developments in relation to MAPPA during the reporting period from 1 April 2022 to 31 March 2023.
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Justice Analytical Services (JAS) Safer Communities and Justice Statistics Monthly Data Report : October 2023 edition
This report contains summary statistics covering a number of important justice and safer communities statistics. It is published with up to date statistics every month.
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Justice social work - reports and court-based services: practice guidance
This revised version of the Justice Social Work (JSW) practice guidance provides social workers and para-professionals working within JSW settings with guidance to carry out their duties in relation to court reports (JSWR) and court based JSW services.
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Justice Analytical Services (JAS) Safer Communities and Justice Statistics Monthly Data Report : September 2023 edition
This report contains summary statistics covering a number of important justice and safer communities statistics. It is published with up to date statistics every month.
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Justice Analytical Services (JAS) Safer Communities and Justice Statistics Monthly Data Report: June 2023 edition
This report contains summary statistics covering a number of important justice and safer communities statistics. It is published with up to date statistics every month.
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Reconviction Rates in Scotland: 2019-20 Offender Cohort
Statistics on reconvictions are presented up to the latest cohort of 2019-20. The latest year’s data is impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic and should not be interpreted to be indicative of longer term trends.
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Community justice strategy: delivery plan
Sets out deliverables which detail the work that will be undertaken to drive improvement nationally towards the aims of the National Strategy for Community Justice.
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New Chief Constable
Justice Secretary Angela Constance comments as first woman appointed to role.
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Violence prevention framework
This Framework sets out our vision to prevent violence across Scotland, and when it does occur, to reduce its harm. It is supported by an evidence supplement, spotlights some cross government work and includes priority aims and an action plan, outlining the initial activities going forward.
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Justice Analytical Services (JAS) Safer Communities and Justice Statistics Monthly Data Report May 2023 edition
This report contains summary statistics covering a number of important justice and safer communities statistics. It is published with up to date statistics every month.
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Justice Analytical Services (JAS) Safer Communities and Justice Statistics Monthly Data Report: April 2023 edition
This report contains summary statistics covering a number of important justice and safer communities statistics. It is published with up to date statistics every month.
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Community Justice Performance Framework
This Framework is published under s18(4)(a) of the Community Justice (Scotland) Act 2016, and replaces the Outcomes, Improvement and Performance Framework. Community justice partners will use the framework’s nationally determined outcomes and indicators to support local planning and reporting.
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Justice Analytical Services (JAS): Safer Communities and Justice Statistics Monthly Data Report: March 2023 edition
This report contains summary statistics covering a number of important justice and safer communities statistics. It is published with up to date statistics every month.
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Justice Analytical Services (JAS): Safer Communities and Justice Statistics Monthly Data Report: February 2023 edition
This report contains summary statistics covering a number of important justice and safer communities statistics. It is published with up to date statistics every month.
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Diversion from prosecution: joint review
A joint review of diversion from prosecution carried out by HM Inspectorate of Prosecution in Scotland, HM Inspectorate of Constabulary in Scotland, HM Inspectorate of Prisons for Scotland and the Care Inspectorate
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Justice Analytical Services (JAS) Safer Communities and Justice Statistics Monthly Data Report December 2022 edition
This report contains summary statistics covering a number of important justice and safer communities statistics. It is published with up to date statistics every month.
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Budget prioritises £3.4 billion for justice
Critical services supported despite challenging economic climate.
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Victim Surcharge Fund
More help for victims as criminals pay towards costs.
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HM Inspectorate of Prosecution in Scotland: annual report 2021 to 2022
The annual report for HM Inspectorate of Prosecution in Scotland for 2021 to 2022.
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Justice Analytical Services (JAS) Safer Communities and Justice Statistics Monthly Data Report: November 2022 edition
This report contains summary statistics covering a number of important justice and safer communities statistics. It is published with up-to-date statistics every month.
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Multi-Agency Public Protection Arrangements (MAPPA) in Scotland: national overview report 2021/2022
The Multi-Agency Public Protection Arrangements (MAPPA), are a set of statutory partnership working arrangements introduced in 2007. This report provides an overview of the main national developments in relation to MAPPA during the reporting period from 1 April 2021 to 31 March 2022.
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Justice Analytical Services - safer communities and justice statistics monthly data report: October 2022 edition
This report contains summary statistics covering a number of important justice and safer communities statistics. It is published with up to date statistics every month.
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Child's Interview Right's Practitioner regulations: data protection impact assessment
Data protection impact assessment (DPIA) relating to the Child's Interview Right's Practitioner (ChIRPs) and the age of criminal responsibility.
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Criminal Procedure (Scotland) Act 1995 - sections 274 and 275: inspection of COPFS practice
An inspection by HM Inspectorate of Prosecution in Scotland of COPFS practice in relation to sections 274 and 275 of the Criminal Procedure (Scotland) Act 1995.
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New custodial unit for women
Glasgow centre is aimed at transforming support for women in custody.
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Making fireworks safer
Criminal offence to supply fireworks and pyrotechnics to under 18s.
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Justice Analytical Services - safer communities and justice statistics monthly data report: September 2022 edition
This report contains summary statistics covering a number of important justice and safer communities statistics. It is published with up to date statistics every month.
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Crime drops
People feel safer in communities.
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National Care Service evidence paper: justice social work - easy read
This easy read summary provides an overview of social work services provided in the justice system in Scotland. It forms one of a collection of contextual papers about social care and related areas in Scotland.
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Recorded Crime in Scotland, year ending June 2022
A National Statistics Publication for Scotland.
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Justice Analytical Services - safer communities and justice statistics monthly data report: August 2022 edition
This report contains summary statistics covering a number of important justice and safer communities statistics. It is published with up to date statistics every month
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New custodial unit for women
Visionary centre will transform support for women in custody.
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Justice Analytical Services - safer communities and justice statistics monthly data report: July 2022 edition
This is a monthly data summary report with an overview of a number of important justice and safer communities statistics.
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Parole Board (Scotland) Rules 2001 changes: consultation
Consultation on modernising the 2001 rules to ensure that they are fit for purpose. Additionally there is a need to consider some new rules for certain procedures.
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Surrender and compensation scheme in Scotland for certain offensive weapons: guidance
This guidance provides detailed information on why a Surrender and Compensation Scheme in Scotland for certain offensive weapons is necessary. It also provides guidance on how to surrender an eligible weapon to Police Scotland and receive compensation if appropriate.
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National Strategy for Community Justice
This revised National Strategy for Community Justice sets the national direction for community justice by building on progress made to date. It is designed to provide a clear roadmap for future improvement work, by highlighting key areas for partners to focus on.
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Justice Analytical Services (JAS) - safer communities and justice statistics monthly data report: June 2022 edition
Monthly data summary report with an overview of a number of important justice and safer communities statistics.
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National strategy for community justice - revision: consultation analysis
Analysis of responses to the National Strategy for Community Justice revision consultation 2022.
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Criminal proceedings in Scotland: 2020-2021
Statistics on criminal proceedings concluded in Scottish courts and alternative measures to prosecution issued by the police and the Crown Office and Procurator Fiscal Service are presented for the ten years from 2011-12 to 2020-21. The latest year’s data is impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.
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HM Inspectorate of Prosecution: strategic plan 2022 to 2025
Strategic plan for HM Inspectorate of Prosecution in Scotland covering the period 2022 to 2025.
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Equally Safe - short life delivery plan: summer 2022 to autumn 2023
A refresh of the Equally Safe Delivery Plan outlining the joint commitment of the Scottish Government and COSLA to preventing and eradicating all forms of violence against women and girls and tackling the underpinning attitudes that perpetuate it.
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Bail and Release from Custody (Scotland) Bill: data protection impact assessment
This data protection impact assessment (DPIA) is undertaken in compliance with UK General Data Protection Regulation (UKGDPR) Article 35(10). This is an iterative impact assessment, which we expect to amend as the Bill makes its way through Parliament.
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Bail and Release from Custody (Scotland) Bill: Fairer Scotland Duty assessment
In compliance with The Fairer Scotland Duty as set out in legislation in Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010, this assessment consider what more can be done to reduce the 'inequalities of outcome' caused by 'socio-economic disadvantage' in relation to the Bail and Release from Custody (Scotland) Bill.
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Bail and Release from Custody (Scotland) Bill: children's rights and wellbeing impact assessment
Children's rights and wellbeing impact assessment (CRWIA) examining the potential impact on children's human rights of the Bail and Release from Custody (Scotland) Bill.
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Bail and Release from Custody (Scotland) Bill: business and regulatory impact assessment
Business and regulatory impact assessment (BRIA) to look at the likely costs, benefits and risks of the Bail and Release from Custody (Scotland) Bill.
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Bail and Release from Custody (Scotland) Bill: equality impact assessment
Summary of the results of the equality impact assessment (EQIA) carried out in relation to the Bail and Release from Custody (Scotland) Bill.
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Bail and Release from Custody (Scotland) Bill: island communities impact assessment
An island communities impact assessment (ICIA) considering the potential impact of the introduction of the Bail and Release from Custody (Scotland) Bill on island communities.
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Justice Analytical Services - safer communities and justice statistics monthly report: May 2022 edition
This report provides, in a single place, a concise but comprehensive overview of a number of important justice and safer communities statistics. It covers many different topics including crime, policing, community safety, courts and prisons.
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Community Payback Order: practice guidance
This revised guidance replaces 'Community Payback Order: practice guidance' issued in 2019. Guidance is updated to support commencement of the restricted movement requirement at first disposal.
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Victims’ consultation launches
Putting people at the heart of the justice system.
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Bail supervision: national guidance
This document provides revised guidance for the operation of bail supervision setting out standards and expectations to support the consistent delivery of the service across Scotland.
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Victims will benefit from key support
£48m funding underlines government commitment.
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Independent group on marches and parades
Experts to consider ways to promote peaceful assemblies.
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Offensive Weapons Act 2019: Scottish statutory guidance
This guidance covers provisions in the Offensive Weapons Act 2019 that extend only to Scotland and others which apply throughout the UK but which have a different effect in Scotland to other parts of the UK.
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New Bairns’ Hoose appointment
Post will drive improvements for children.
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Use of bail and remand consultation launches
Victim safety at the heart of proposed changes to the use of custody.
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New victim support fund announced
Scheme will diversify and broaden support for victims.
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Recorded crime remains at low levels
Crimes in four key areas down in the past year.
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Prison population: social care needs
Research into the social and personal care needs of people in prison. One of four studies on the health needs of Scotland's prison population.
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HM Inspectorate of Prosecution in Scotland: annual report 2019 to 2020
HM Inspectorate of Prosecution in Scotland annual report for 2019 to 2020.
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Drop in use of short prison sentences
First data published since statutory presumption was extended.
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Data on effects of presumption against short sentences
An Official Statistics Publication for Scotland.
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Understanding use of remand
Study of reasons behind decisions on bail and remand.