Tag: Justice Secretary Kenny MacAskill

Police Scotland chief angered by altered figure allegations

Court & Crime

Deadline News Journalist - October 13, 2014

POLICE Scotland’s chief constable has angrily hit out at claims the force has been manipulating crime figures. Sir Stephen House said he was “annoyed” and...

Senior police officer hits out at “immoral” promotions

Scottish News

Deadline News Journalist - May 20, 2012

POLICE in Scotland are wasting money “immorally” promoting staff before the country’s forces merge, a senior officer has said. David O’Connor, president of the Association of...

Justice bill introduced to parliament

Scottish News

Guest - May 3, 2012

The Scottish Government has brought a new Bill to the Scottish Parliament as part of its four-year ‘Making Justice Work’ Programme. The Scottish Civil Justice...

New charge planned for criminals who attack police

Scottish News

Deadline News Journalist - April 12, 2012

Plans to make criminals who assault police officers be forced to give money to good causes in the line of duty pay for their...

Justice Secretary visits new Domestic Abuse Court in Edinburgh

Local News

Guest - February 16, 2012

A DEDICATED domestic abuse court has been established in Edinburgh to provide further support for victims of domestic abuse and bring offenders to court...

Justice Secretary says security at sea crossings is paramount

Scottish News

Deadline News Journalist - November 21, 2011

SECURITY at Scottish sea crossings will continue to be kept under review, Justice Secretary Kenny MacAskill said today. It follows his meeting with Northern Ireland...

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