What you need to know
Information about the hearings and where they take place
The Inquiry investigates the wide range of matters covered by its Terms of Reference, having considered the outcome of those investigations including all the documentary evidence recovered and the statements provided.
We also decide which aspects are so important that they ought to be presented at a public hearing, during which witnesses will give oral evidence and statements may be read into evidence.
There are no plans to televise or live stream the hearings. Any media organisation wishing to do so will have to make a specific application. If the Chair is considering granting such an application, she will not do so without first consulting those likely to be participating at the time of any filming.
The public will usually be able to attend hearings. Read our Guidelines in relation to hearings for more information.
Hearings calendar
Public hearings in relation to Phase 8 investigations: ‘The abuse of children in residential accommodation for young offenders and children, and young persons in need of care and protection’ started on Tuesday, 19 September 2023, and are ongoing.
Hearings venue
2nd Floor,
Mint House,
20 West Register Street,
EH2 2AA
Hearings take place at the Inquiry’s hearing venue at Mint House, 20 West Register St, Edinburgh, and usually involve a combination of evidence from witnesses in person and remote evidence by video link. Witness schedules will be published on the Inquiry website at the end of the week before the hearing is due to take place.
Members of the public can attend hearings.