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Simple terms explainer: 

Councils must manage the legal and practical transfer of supervision orders when someone moves between UK regions. This ensures continuity of support and compliance with legal obligations.

Legal status

Statutory


Duty category

Criminal justice

Business and legal


Duty type

Organisational


Social determinant of health

Social and community context

Emerging policy and legislation


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Bodies with shared interest

Police Scotland
Social Work Scotland

Standards and frameworks

 

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