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Emergency marriage and civil partnership guidance
Advice announced as part of second Coronavirus (Scotland) Bill.
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Short-term prisoner release
‘Triple-lock’ restrictions in place as regulations laid to tackle COVID-19 in prisons.
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Supporting people affected by drug use
Over £2 million for new package of support during coronavirus (COVID-19).
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Hate Crime Bill
Working Group to consider standalone offence on misogynistic harassment.
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Short-term prisoners considered for early release
Further safeguard for those working and living in prisons amid COVID-19 outbreak.
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Plans for mobile phones to be used to support those in custody
Move follows suspension of prison visits.
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Criminal trials during COVID-19 outbreak
Discussion paper published ahead of talks and update to Parliament.
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Supporting domestic abuse victims
New campaign highlights that help is still available.
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Ensuring continuity of justice during COVID-19
Emergency powers for release a ‘last resort’.
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MSPs support Emergency Coronavirus Bill
New legislation will protect people, public services and the economy.