Report Summary
Police Appeals Tribunals hear appeals from police officers against decisions to dismiss them, or to demote them in rank, following misconduct proceedings.
The Scottish Police Authority is responsible for administering Police Appeals Tribunals.
Police Appeals Tribunals are open to individuals to observe, however there are protocols that observers must follow.
This document outlines the protocols for public access to hearings.
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Meeting
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Police Appeals Tribunal - 26 March 2025
Date : 26 March 2025
Location : City Chambers, George Square, Glasgow
After a hearing
Copies of the written decision of the tribunal – which will include a statement of the reasons for the decision - are subsequently issued to both parties via the Authority.
Please note that the Rules do not provide for copies of a decision of a Police Appeals Tribunal to be issued to anyone other than the parties.