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Police Scotland chief condemns ‘despicable conduct’ of rapist David Carrick

The Metropolitan Police officer has admitted 49 criminal charges, including 24 counts of rape, against 12 women over an 18-year period.

The Independent UK

Knighthood recognises work of all officers, says Police Scotland chief

Sir Iain Livingstone was among those receiving royal honours at the Palace of Holyroodhouse on Wednesday.

The Independent UK

Olympic gold curlers to pick up honours at Edinburgh ceremony

Chief Constable of Police Scotland Iain Livingstone and University of Edinburgh Professor Aziz Sheikh will also be formally knighted at the event.

The Independent UK

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Police Scotland face staffing crisis as 1,000 officers quit in just 10 months

Police leaders have blamed the mass exodus on low morale caused by growing workloads and lack of job satisfaction.

Daily Record

Police chief warns of ‘hard choices’ still facing force after Scottish budget

The Scottish Police Authority’s funding allocation has been set at almost £1.5 billion for the 2023/24 financial year.

The Independent UK

Police Scotland in 'civil unrest' warning thanks to 'constitutional uncertainty'

UNCERTAINTY on the constitutional question has been identified by police as contributing to the threat of “civil unrest”, it has been reported.

The National (Scotland)

Scottish social cohesion and law and order under threat, says police chief

Head of Police Scotland cites strikes, constitutional uncertainty, crisis poverty and planned cuts to force as factors

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Reports Glasgow restaurant is 'secret Chinese police station' prompt response from Nicola Sturgeon

Speaking during First Minister 's Questions on Thursday, Nicola Sturgeon said the matter is being taken seriously and she has discussed it with Police Scotland Chief Constable Sir Iain Livingstone.

Glasgow Live

Arrests following Queen's death were not for protesting, police say

ARRESTS made during events to commemorate the death of the Queen in Scotland were not to do with protests, Police Scotland has said.

The National (Scotland)

Arrests during Operation Unicorn were not for protesting, police say

Chief Constable Sir Iain Livingstone reflected on the policing response at events commemorating the death of the Queen in Scotland.

The Independent UK

Police confirm 'relatively few arrests' made during Operation Unicorn after Queen's death

Chief Constable Sir Iain Livingstone QPM said the police force had been praised for ensuring the significant events relating to the Queen's death were held safely, securely and with dignity.

Daily Record

Police Scotland to review ‘at least one’ incident amid anti-monarchy protests

The force has been criticised over its handling of incidents during events to commemorate the Queen in Edinburgh.

The Independent UK

Greens call for answers from chief constable over Queen event arrests

The Scottish Greens have written to Sir Iain Livingstone and tabled questions in Holyrood.

The Independent UK

MPs raise concern over arrests of anti-monarchy protesters

A Tory MP has written to Scotland’s chief constable Sir Iain Livingstone after two people were arrested in Edinburgh.

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Protesters' actions to be reviewed at Perth Tory hustings, says top police officer

POLICE are reviewing the actions of protesters at the Perth Tory hustings, the Chief Constable has confirmed.

The National (Scotland)

Police across Scotland agree to pay rise following initial 'derisory' offer

POLICE officers in Scotland have agreed to an improved pay offer just weeks after they rejected an “derisory” offer of £565.

Daily Record

Falkirk pupils celebrate exam success as results 'very positive'

Braes High School headteacher praises pupils for their 'bravery and resilience'

Daily Record

Police Scotland numbers at lowest level ever after 700 officers quit last year

The number of full-time officers has fallen by 195 in the last three months alone with many cops having delayed their retirement because of covid.

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Daily Record

Police in Scotland to withdraw 'goodwill' today as part of dispute over pay deal

Calum Steele, general secretary of the Scottish Police Federation, which represents officers, said the action will start at 5pm on Friday, July 1.

The National (Scotland)

Funding cuts could lead to drop in police officer numbers, chief constable warns

FUNDING cuts to Police Scotland could see officer numbers fall and delays in modernising the force, the chief constable has warned.

Daily Record

Police numbers in Scotland could be slashed due to Holyrood budget cuts, warns top cop

Chief Constable Iain Livingstone said the policing budget "was not a priority" for SNP and Green ministers.

Daily Record

Police Scotland urged to train all staff on equality amid 'boys club' culture

A review was ordered after Police Scotland was ordered to pay ex-cop PC Rhona Malone £1 million.

The Independent UK

Police Scotland urged to train all staff on equality amid ‘boys’ club culture’

A review was carried out in the wake of an employment tribunal won by a former female firearms officer.

Edinburgh Live

Ian Rankin and 17 others with links to Edinburgh who got top honours from Queen

As Edinburgh author Ian Rankin is knighted for his services to literature and charity, we took a look into other locals from the city who have received honours from the Queen.

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh author Ian Rankin knighted after featuring in Queen's Birthday Honours list

The Edinburgh Rebus author was mentioned in the special list alongside Police Scotland's Chief Constable Iain Livingstone, with the honours list released earlier this year to coincide with the jubilee.

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