The Community Justice Authorities(CJAs) are often asked to provide input into a range of Government led consultation exercises. Each CJA reports on the local impact or local situation as required. Lothian and Borders CJA represents the five local authority regions within it`s geographical area, including, City of Edinburgh, Midlothian, East Lothian, West Lothian and Scottish Borders.
Accommodation Audit
Lothian and Borders CJA participated in the national Accommodation Audit and submitted the following report to Government in March 2008:
Accommodation Audit Report March 2008 Click here
Appendix 1 Click here
Appendix 2 Click here
Scottish Prisons Commission
The Chief Officer, Mr Chris Hawkes, was invited to provide evidence to the Scottish Prisons Commission and their report was published on 1st July 2008.
Scotland`s ChoiceClick here
In 2007 the Scottish Government published the `Reforming and Revitalising` report, a review of Community Penalites. The CJAs participated in the review meetings and this report will help shape our strategy for the next three years.
Reforming and Revitalising Report Click here
Lothian and Borders CJA also receive requests to present at national and local conferences and to local criminal justice related groups and agencies to highlight the work of the CJAs both in Lothian and Borders and across Scotland.
