Report Summary
Issued 11 November 2024, this FOI response explains that information is not held by the Scottish Police Authority. Advice is provided that Police Scotland may hold information.
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Response
The Scottish Police Authority has considered your request and is able to confirm that the Authority does not hold any information in respect of the four questions asked.
By means of explanation - Medical treatment and provision, including the administration of medicine, for persons in police custody is the responsibility of National Health Service (NHS). If you require any specific information relating to the provision of medication to persons in police custody, we recommend you contact the NHS territorial boards for any instructions or guidance.
His Majesty’s Inspector of Constabulary conduct regular inspections of custody suites which are published online and contain information on access to healthcare, medicine management, substance use, mental health and general healthcare provision. Some of the most recent publications can be found in the links below:
HMICS: Custody Inspection Report – Argyl and West Dunbartonshire
HMICS: Custody Inspection Report - Ayrshire
HMICS: Custody Inspection Report - Dumfries and Galloway
HMICS: Custody Inspection Report - Fife
In relation to Health and Safety reportable incidents and RIDDORs in police custody – information may be available from Police Scotland. You can contact Police Scotland at foi@scotland.police.uk You may also wish to refer to Police Scotland’s Disclosure Log.
