Legal & Reporting Requirements
These resources detail the legal frameworks and mandatory reporting requirements related to FGM. They are essential for understanding the responsibilities of professionals and the legal measures in place to prevent and respond to FGM.
Serious Crime Act of 2015:
Outlines the legal responsibilities
This document details the provisions of the Serious Crime Act 2015 related to FGM, including legal responsibilities for reporting and measures to prevent FGM.
FGM (Protection and Guidance) (Scotland) Act 2020:
Legal framework and guidelines for protection against FGM in Scotland
This act provides a comprehensive legal framework for protecting individuals from FGM in Scotland, including guidelines for law enforcement and healthcare professionals.
Scotland’s National Action Plan to Prevent and Eradicate FGM:
National strategy and action plan to prevent and eradicate FGM
This document outlines Scotland's strategic approach to eradicating FGM, detailing the actions and measures being implemented to prevent the practice.
FGM Mandatory Reporting Duty - What You Need to Do:
Guide detailing mandatory reporting requirements
This poster provides a clear overview of the mandatory reporting duties for professionals under the Serious Crime Act 2015, highlighting the steps that must be taken when FGM is identified or suspected.
FGM Sentencing Remarks - March 8, 2019:
Judicial remarks and sentencing details
These remarks from a landmark FGM case offer insights into the legal reasoning and implications of sentencing for FGM offenses in the UK.