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Miscellaneous amendments to sentencing guidelines - consultation 2026

The Sentencing Council’s sixth annual consultation on miscellaneous amendments to guidelines is now open.

We are proposing a series of changes designed to bring greater clarity and consistency to guidelines and reflect developments in legislation. The changes will affect several guidelines that are relevant in both magistrates’ courts and the Crown Court.  

The Council is keen to hear from magistrates, judges, legal practitioners and any individuals who work in, or have an interest in, criminal justice about the proposals.  

The consultation is open until 2 December 2026. 

Channel website: https://www.sentencingcouncil.org.uk/

Original article link: https://sentencingcouncil.org.uk/latest/miscellaneous-amendments-to-sentencing-guidelines-consultation-2026/

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