Date: 09/05/2017

MSPs are to debate legislation aimed at integrating railway policing into Police Scotland for the first time. The Railway Policing (Scotland) Bill is the first step towards the national force taking on the responsibilities of British Transport Police in Scotland. Members of the justice committee have endorsed the bill, although they were split on the final recommendation. The Conservatives and Labour have both argued against the merger, citing concerns raised by BTP and unions.

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Railway policing bill passes first vote

BBC News

Legislation aimed at integrating railway policing into Police Scotland passes the first hurdle at Holyrood.

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