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CJ (Scotland) Act 2003: implementation dates

Tuesday, October 28, 2003

Criminal Justice (Scotland) Act 2003: (Commencement No 3 and Revocation) Order 2003:
“This circular contains basic information on the second tranche of provisions of the Criminal Justice (Scotland) Act 2003 that are being brought into effect by the Criminal Justice (Scotland) Act 2003 (Commencement No 3 and Revocation) Order 2003.” (.pdf) Scot. Executive

Includes provisions relating to the physical punishment of children

"children, physical punishment and the law: A guide for Parents in Scotland
From 27 October 2003, it will be illegal to punish children by: Shaking - Hitting on the head - Using a belt, cane, slipper, wooden spoon or other implement . . .” Scot. Executive

Posted by MM on Tue 28th Oct 2003 at 1:46 pm
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