(1) In section 6AD of the Sentencing Act 1991 , after "Court of Appeal" insert "is considering (including on an application by the Attorney-General under section 6ABA) whether to give or review a guideline judgment or".
(2) At the end of section 6AD of the Sentencing Act 1991 insert —
"(2) In specifying a period for the purposes of subsection (1)(a), the Court of Appeal must take into consideration the period reasonably required for the Sentencing Advisory Council to—
(a) undertake research and statistical analysis; and
(b) consult with relevant persons within the criminal justice system as well as the general public.
(3) Views stated by the Sentencing Advisory
Council under subsection (1)(a) or a submission made under subsection (1)(b)
may include a view or submission with respect to the framing of the proposed
guideline judgment.".
Part 5—Miscellaneous