SNP launches plan to free 4000 Scottish prisoners

The Scottish National Party, the party calling for Scottish Independence which has recently won control of the Scottish parliament, has unveiled a new plan to release half of Scotlands prisoners, newspapers are...

Scotland Plans 1,000 More Police

"The new Scottish Executive has announced plans for an additional 1,000 police officers on the street to help in the fight against crime. Justice Secretary Kenny MacAskill outlined the government's plans for law and order during a Scottish Parliament debate. Mr MacAskill also...

Cheap Drink Offers Could Be Axed

"Restrictions to end heavily-discounted offers for cheap alcohol are being considered in Scotland. Justice Secretary Kenny MacAskill has said he is looking at ways of encouraging responsible sales and targeting...

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