Chief Constable Jo Farrell has responded to the Scottish Budget proposals outlined in the Scottish Parliament yesterday, Wednesday, 4 December, 2024.
Chief Constable Farrell said: “I welcome the continued support for our second phase of police reform to deliver safer communities, less crime, supported victims and a thriving workforce.
“It remains vital additional £25.3m National Insurance costs are fully funded.
“The budget proposal enables policing to maintain a maximum officer establishment of 16,600 as we develop a sustainable and effective operating model and modernised workforce which prioritises our frontline and delivers for the people of Scotland.
“We will progress key improvements including the roll-out of body worn video and enhanced capabilities to keep people safe in the digital space.
“I welcome the improved capital allowance which will support us to progress our 10-year estate plan, and we will continue to discuss necessary borrowing permissions and multi-year funding with government.”
John graduated from Telford College in 2010 with an HNC in Practical Journalism and since then he worked for the North Edinburgh News, The Southern Reporter, the Irish News Review and The Edinburgh Reporter. In addition he has been published in the Edinburgh Evening News and the Hibernian FC Programme.
