(1)A safeguarder appointed in relation to a child by virtue of section 30 must—
(a)except where subsection (2) [F1or (3)] applies, on being so appointed, prepare a report setting out anything that, in the opinion of the safeguarder, is relevant to the consideration of the matter before the children's hearing,
(b)so far as reasonably practicable, attend the children's hearing, and
(c)prepare any report that the safeguarder is required to prepare by a children's hearing.
(2)This subsection applies where the children's hearing directs the Principal Reporter under section 93(2)(a) or 94(2)(a) to make an application to the sheriff.
[F2(3)This subsection applies where the children's hearing was arranged under section 45, 46, 50, 96, 126 or 158.]
Textual Amendments
F1Words in s. 33(1)(a) inserted (26.1.2015) by Children and Young People (Scotland) Act 2014 (asp 8), ss. 82(a), 102(3); S.S.I. 2014/353, art. 2(2)(3), Sch.
F2S. 33(3) inserted (26.1.2015) by Children and Young People (Scotland) Act 2014 (asp 8), ss. 82(b), 102(3); S.S.I. 2014/353, art. 2(2)(3), Sch.
Commencement Information
I1S. 33 in force at 24.6.2013 by S.S.I. 2013/195, arts. 2, 3