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Simple terms explainer: 

Councils must supervise and deliver the components of Community Payback Orders (CPOs), which may include unpaid work, behaviour programmes, or treatment for addiction. They ensure compliance and report progress to the court.

Legal status

Statutory


Duty category

Criminal justice

Community services


Duty type

Compliance


Social determinant of health

Social and community context

Emerging policy and legislation


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Bodies with shared interest

Community Justice Partnerships

Police Scotland

Scottish Courts and Tribunals Service

Social Work Scotland

Standards and frameworks

 

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