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Scottish police more stretched than ever

Senior police officers have warned that Police Scotland can no longer adequately police communities due to budget cuts, with the head of the Association of Scottish Police Superintendents, Rob Hay, saying a "reshaping" of the service is now inevitable. The warning comes amid rising demand, including a 50% increase in protests over the past year, while funding reductions are set to impact recruitment vetting and cut overtime by 20%. Chief Constable Jo Farrell acknowledged "extremely difficult decisions" in the force’s budget plans, as concerns grow over resources and staffing. The Scottish Government insisted officer numbers would be maintained, but opposition figures said the cuts risk undermining public safety.

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