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Standard of Proof - Lady Smith's Decision

30 January 2018

Decision by the Chair on the standard of proof applicable to findings of the Inquiry

Request to Film - Lady Smith's Decision

19 January 2018

DECISION BY THE CHAIR ON THE APPLICATION BY THE BBC TO FILM THE EVIDENCE OF TWO WITNESSES IN THE DAUGHTERS OF CHARITY CASE STUDY

Scottish Child Abuse Inquiry Hearings: Continuation of Phase 2

12 January 2018

On Tuesday 24 April the Inquiry will resume hearing evidence relating to Phase 2 of its investigations into residential child care establishments run by Catholic Orders.

Respecting anonymity of witnesses - Lady Smith's comments on General Restriction Order 1

11 December 2017

Comments from Lady Smith on the first day of Phase 2 of hearings regarding the prohibition of disclosure or publication of the identities of anonymous applicants and alleged abusers