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Substantial changes required on proposals to restrict firework sales, say MSPs

“Substantial changes” are needed to legislation which aims to restrict the sale of fireworks, a parliamentary committee has said. The Scottish Parliament’s Criminal Justice Committee has backed the general principles of the Fireworks and ...

28 Apr 2022 at 15:25

Scotland

Holyrood committees to focus on scourge of drugs deaths in Scotland

Three Scottish Parliament committees are to hold joint sessions on drug deaths next week. The Health, Social Care and Sport, Criminal Justice and Social Justice and Social Security Committees will take evidence from the UK and Scottish ...

26 Jan 2022 at 01:26

Scotland

Views wanted on proposed overhaul of prison system

Plans to overhaul the prison system in Scotland are to be examined by MSPs. Holyrood’s Criminal Justice Committee is calling for views on the matter, ahead of hearings set to take place later in the year. The Scottish Government’s ...

01 Jul 2022 at 01:01

Scotland

Ex-police officer MSP warns of ‘tragic consequences’ of drink-driving

An SNP MSP and former police officer has highlighted the risks of drink-driving as Scots wind down for the festive season. Prior to her election as MSP for Aberdeen South and North Kincardine, Audrey Nicoll served in the police ...

24 Dec 2022 at 00:01

Scotland

MSP urges women suffering domestic abuse to reach out

An MSP and former police officer has urged women who are victims of domestic abuse to reach out for help. Audrey Nicoll, who served for 30 years in the north east before being elected SNP MSP for Aberdeen South and North ...

27 Dec 2022 at 00:01

‘Not a pleasant situation’, says Flynn as he defends Holyrood decision

SNP Westminster leader Stephen Flynn has defended his decision to seek a seat at Holyrood while continuing as an MP, but claimed it is “not a pleasant situation” for him or the MSP he is seeking to oust. Mr Flynn set ...

17 Nov 2024 at 12:51

Double-jobbing as MP and MSP ‘not sustainable’, says Scottish minister

A member of the Scottish Government has weighed into the row about double-jobbing as one of his party colleagues is vying to be an MP and MSP. SNP Westminster leader Stephen Flynn announced last week he will seek ...

21 Nov 2024 at 10:05

Scotland

MSP trained to administer drug which can save those who have overdosed

An SNP politician is urging fellow MSPs to undergo training on how to administer the potentially lifesaving drug Naloxone. Audrey Nicoll, a former police officer who now represents Aberdeen South and North ...

03 Nov 2022 at 01:01

Scotland

Sentencing changes for young offenders should be ‘flexible’, says committee

A Holyrood committee has called for sentencing flexibility in plans to house offenders under the age of 18 in secure units rather than prison. The Children (Care and Justice) Bill will amend existing ...

12 May 2023 at 09:38

Scotland

Views sought on Police Conduct Bill to ensure transparency in investigations

Views are being sought on a new Bill to ensure investigations into police misconduct are more transparent and effective. The Police (Ethics, Conduct and Scrutiny) (Scotland) Bill, will require ...

26 Sept 2023 at 16:48

Scotland

MSP warns of ‘tragic consequences’ of drink and drug-driving over festive period

An SNP MSP with three decades of policing experience has warned of the tragedies of drink and drug-driving ahead of the festive period. Audrey Nicoll said more than 700 drivers were detected ...

23 Dec 2023 at 00:01

Scotland

MSPs back rape survivor’s call for easier access to court transcripts

MSPs have supported calls from a survivor of rape for easier access to a court transcript of their case, after being told it could cost up to £4,000 to receive the document. Holyrood’s ...

20 Apr 2022 at 14:25

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