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<p><b>New page</b></p><div>[[File:Scottish_Childrens_Reporter_Administration_logo.PNG|thumb|Scottish_Childrens_Reporter_Administration_logo]] The '''Scottish Children's Reporter Administration''' ('''SCRA''') is a national body in [[Scotland]] responsible for the administration of the [[Children's Hearings System]]. The SCRA was established in 1994 under the [[Local Government etc. (Scotland) Act 1994]] and plays a crucial role in the protection and welfare of children and young people in Scotland.<br />
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== Functions ==<br />
The primary function of the SCRA is to facilitate the work of the [[Children's Reporter]], who is responsible for investigating and deciding whether a child or young person should be referred to a [[Children's Hearing]]. The SCRA ensures that the hearings are conducted fairly and that the rights of the child or young person are upheld.<br />
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== Children's Hearings System ==<br />
The [[Children's Hearings System]] is a unique approach to child protection and youth justice in Scotland. It focuses on the needs and best interests of the child or young person, rather than on the offense or behavior. The system involves a panel of trained laypersons who make decisions about the care and protection of children and young people.<br />
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== Structure ==<br />
The SCRA is overseen by a Board, which is appointed by the [[Scottish Government]]. The Board is responsible for the strategic direction and governance of the organization. The day-to-day operations are managed by the Principal Reporter, who is supported by a team of Children's Reporters and administrative staff.<br />
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== Legislation ==<br />
The work of the SCRA is governed by several key pieces of legislation, including:<br />
* [[Children (Scotland) Act 1995]]<br />
* [[Children's Hearings (Scotland) Act 2011]]<br />
* [[Local Government etc. (Scotland) Act 1994]]<br />
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== Related Pages ==<br />
* [[Children's Hearings System]]<br />
* [[Children's Reporter]]<br />
* [[Scottish Government]]<br />
* [[Children (Scotland) Act 1995]]<br />
* [[Children's Hearings (Scotland) Act 2011]]<br />
* [[Local Government etc. (Scotland) Act 1994]]<br />
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== See Also ==<br />
* [[Child protection]]<br />
* [[Youth justice]]<br />
* [[Social work in Scotland]]<br />
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== External Links ==<br />
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[[Category:Children's rights in Scotland]]<br />
[[Category:Youth justice]]<br />
[[Category:Scottish Government]]<br />
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