Part 4Safeguarders

33Functions of safeguarder

1

A safeguarder appointed in relation to a child by virtue of section 30 must—

a

except where subsection (2) 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.