Make a difference in Central
2,017
children's hearings held in the Central area (2024-25)
603
children referred in the Central area (2024-25)
12-15
typical age of referral (2024-25)Meet the Central Area Support Team (AST)
Your Central AST is here to support you every step of the way.
Covering Clackmannanshire, Falkirk, Stirling and West Lothian, our team brings together staff and volunteers who make sure Panel Members feel connected, confident and supported.
From wellbeing and learning, to practical guidance and local knowledge, the Central AST ensures you have the people and resources you need to make a difference.
Once appointed, you’ll also have access to our Regional Hub – your one-stop space for updates, tools and support throughout your volunteer journey.
Where hearings take place
Hearings can be held online or in-person, you will be notified of this when allocated a hearing by the Resource Allocation Team.
There are four hearing centres in Central:
Alloa Hearing Centre, Town Hall Lodge, Mar Place, FK10 2AB
Falkirk Hearing Centre, Campfield House, Wellside Place, FK1 5RL
Livingston Hearing Centre, West Lothian Civic Centre, Howden South Road, EH54 6FF
Stirling Hearing Centre, Ochil House, Springkerse Business Park, FK7 7XE
When hearings take place
As a volunteer Panel Member, you are required to attend two sessions per month. You can keep CHS up to date with your availability.
Clackmannanshire: 9.30am on Mondays, Tuesdays and Fridays; 1.30pm on Wednesdays and Thursdays
Falkirk: 9.30am on Wednesdays through to Fridays; 1.30pm on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays
Stirling: 9.30am on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays; 1.30pm on Mondays and Tuesdays
West Lothian: 9.30am on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays; 1.30pm on Mondays and Wednesdays
Inspired to volunteer in Central?
How we train volunteers
Find out more about the first class training we provide.
