Report Summary
The Scottish Police Authority responded to a Scottish Government consultation on the Police (Ethics, Conduct and Scrutiny) Bill. This was submitted on 6 December 2024.
This should be read alongside the Authority’s additional written submission on the Bill.
This PDF document above captures the Authority's submission to a Government consultation which was conducted via an online survey.
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Scottish police advisory list and Scottish police barred list
Scottish police advisory list and Scottish police barred list
Section 7 proposes that the SPA must establish and maintain a Scottish police barred list and a Scottish police advisory list.
The lists would provide information as to officers who are subject to disciplinary procedures for misconduct or who have been dismissed or would have been dismissed had they still been in office.
The creation of the lists would enhance vetting procedures, bring Scotland into line with England and Wales and provide a consistent approach across jurisdictions in Great Britain.
Q: What are your views on the proposals to establish Scottish police barred and advisory lists and the criteria for the inclusion of an officer to either list?
A: The Authority supports these provisions in principle, but see the paper apart for more detailed views.
