Scotland

Police officer who posted comedy GIF in Twitter argument with solicitor loses appeal against misconduct proceedings decision

It was maintained by Calum Steele that the decision to instigate proceedings was incompatible with his right to freedom of expression under the ECHR. In a cross-appeal, the Deputy Chief Constable of Police Scotland challenged the Lord Ordinary’s finding that there was no effective alternative remedy to judicial review available to the petitioner. The appeal […] […]

Scotland

Public protest and our concerns about Police Scotland

AS protests began across the UK ahead of COP26, some commentators were quick to brand activists extremists – but the truth is that peaceful protest is one of the most effective ways for ordinary people to claim their rights. Amnesty documents the repression of protest around the world and the Police, Crime, Sentencing and Courts […] […]