First Minister commends acts of bravery. Nine emergency service workers and five members of the public have been presented with Brave@Heart awards by First Minister John Swinney. Among those commended
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Passing of Bill Brings New Review Process Legislation to help reduce the number of domestic abuse-related homicides and suicides in Scotland has been passed unanimously by Parliament. The Criminal Justice
Transforming the System for Victims & Witnesses A landmark Bill to place victims and witnesses at the heart of the justice system has been passed by Parliament. The Victims, Witnesses,
Consultation on draft regulations. Women and girls will have greater protection against hate crimes under plans being consulted upon by the Scottish Government. Draft regulations have been laid in Parliament
Public protection at heart of plans to improve system. A public consultation on reforming Scotland’s parole process has been published with the aim of improving the system so it better
First Minister says United States remains one of Scotland’s closest partners. Scotland will have “a platform to make its voice heard” during the visit of the President of the United
Victim Surcharge Fund opens for new applications. Organisations that support victims of crime can apply for a share of more than ÂŁ700,000 from a fund financed by penalties imposed on
New Laws to Improve Transparency & Accountability New laws to modernise and improve the way legal services are regulated in Scotland has been passed by the Scottish Parliament. The Regulation
Discussion Paper on Further Reforms to Legal Aid Reforms to legal aid have been set out to make the system simpler and easier for both solicitors and those who need
A 4.75% pay deal for police officers in Scotland, for 2024/25, has been confirmed. The pay deal was confirmed following the outcome of a formal arbitration process. An independent arbitrator,
