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Domestic homicide and suicide reviews: statutory guidance

Published: 20 April 2026
Directorate: Justice Directorate
Topic: Communities and third sector, Equality and rights, Health and social care, +5 more … Housing, Law and order, Programme for Government, Public safety and emergencies, Public sector
ISBN: 9781807751661

Domestic Homicide and Suicide Reviews were introduced in Scotland in April 2026. This statutory guidance was issued by the Scottish Ministers to support the Review Oversight Committee and review panels.

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1 Mullane, F. (2017) ‘The impact of family members’ involvement in the domestic violence death review process’, in Dawson, M. (ed.) Domestic homicides and death reviews: an international perspective. London: Palgrave Macmillan, pp. 257–286.

2 Homicide in Scotland 2024-25

3 Getting it right for every child (GIRFEC) - gov.scot

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