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  1. Children (Care and Justice) Bill passed

    Landmark bill passes Stage 3.

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    25 April 2024 16:15

  2. Supporting vulnerable witnesses

    Investment in specialist evidence suites to reduce trauma.

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    23 April 2024 00:01

  3. Ban on wet wipes containing plastic

    Protecting the environment and reducing marine litter

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    22 April 2024 00:01

  4. New Highland prison

    Contract signed for new facility that will increase prison capacity and create investment.

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    05 April 2024 14:16

  5. XL Bully dog exemption application process opens

    Owners urged to apply before 31 July deadline.

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    01 April 2024 10:09

  6. New Hate Crime laws come into force

    Greater protection for victims and communities.

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    01 April 2024 00:01

  7. Domestic abuse victims encouraged to seek support

    Fewer than one in five incidents reported to police.

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    26 March 2024 10:14

  8. Domestic abuse recorded by the police in Scotland, 2022-23

    An Official Statistics publication for Scotland

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    26 March 2024 09:30

  9. Wildlife Management and Muirburn Bill passed

    Legislation to improve protection for wildlife.

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    21 March 2024 16:32

  10. Register of Persons Holding a Controlled Interest in Land

    Legal duty to submit entries before 1 April 2024.

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    12 March 2024 10:00
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