Children's Hearings System

The Children’s Hearings System provides the operational setting in which SCRA and our partner agencies work.

The aim is to provide a safety net for vulnerable children and deliver tailored solutions which meet the needs of the individuals involved, while helping to build stronger families and safer communities.

Below you can read in more detail the different stages involved in referring a child to the Reporter. You can also access the following information leaflets at the bottom of this page:

How It Works: explains how the Children's Hearings System works, SCRA's role and some key facts about the number of referrals received in 2005/06.

Processing Children's Hearings Cases: A Scottish Executive publication detailing an inter-agency code of practice and national standards.

Framework for Decision Making by Reporters: Provides principles and guidance to Reporters on the issues that are to be considered when making a decision on whether a child or young person should attend a Hearing.