First Minister outlines who may be eligible for Scottish citizenship. Scotland could take a fairer, and more welcoming approach to citizenship as an independent nation, according to a new paper
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Here’s what decriminalisation would mean for Scotland: The SNP is determined to tackle the Scotland’s problem with drugs. For too long, a hard and callous approach dictated by Westminster has
Call for decriminalisation for personal supply. Decriminalisation of all drugs for personal supply is one of a number of polices which the Scottish Government is calling on the UK
Update on Incorporating UN Convention into Scots Law Amendments to legislation incorporating the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child will deliver a clear, coherent and workable Bill that
Powers to Help Improve Firework Safety Local authorities have new powers to reduce the negative impact of fireworks. As of Thursday June 22, councils can designate Firework Control Zones
Delivering a Safer Scotland for Everyone Scotland continues to be a safe place to live, with recorded crime remaining at one of the lowest levels seen since 1974. The Recorded
First woman appointed to role. Justice Secretary Angela Constance has welcomed the appointment of Jo Farrell as Police Scotland’s first female Chief Constable. The current Chief Constable of Durham Constabulary,
Transforming Children’s Experiences of the Justice System Children and young people in the justice system will soon be able to benefit from coordinated, comprehensive support under one roof thanks to
Legislative reforms introduced to Parliament. Legislation proposing a significant package of reform to ensure victims are treated with compassion and their voices heard across the justice system has been published.
Heartbreak of Mothers Forced to Give Up Babies First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has delivered a formal apology to those affected by ‘cruel’ historical adoption practices. Many thousands of women –
