Scottish Court Fees 2026-2027 - Child Rights and Wellbeing Impact Assessment
Child Rights and Wellbeing Impact Assessment (CRWIA) relating to 6 Scottish Statutory Instruments (SSIs) providing for fees in the Scottish civil courts in the years 2026 to 2027.
Post Assessment Review and sign-off
Planning for the review of impact on children’s rights and wellbeing
The impact of the proposal will be monitored through engagement with SCTS which provides us with data.
Preparatory work has now begun on a full review of the court fee structure, including the establishment of a Court Fee Working Group. The Group is expected to report in late 2026 or early 2027. A public consultation on its recommendations will follow. An updated CRWIA will be provided as part of that process.
Sign off
Policy Lead Signature & Date of Sign Off: Luisa McCreath, 9 February 2026
Deputy Director Signature & Date of Sign Off: Ryan McRobert, 9 February 2026
Date CRWIA team first contacted: 2 February 2026
Contact
Email: Luisa.McCreath@gov.scot