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  1. Emergency marriage and civil partnership guidance

    Advice announced as part of second Coronavirus (Scotland) Bill.

  2. Short-term prisoner release

    ‘Triple-lock’ restrictions in place as regulations laid to tackle COVID-19 in prisons.

  3. Supporting people affected by drug use

    Over £2 million for new package of support during coronavirus (COVID-19).

  4. Hate Crime Bill

    Working Group to consider standalone offence on misogynistic harassment.

  5. Short-term prisoners considered for early release

    Further safeguard for those working and living in prisons amid COVID-19 outbreak.

  6. Plans for mobile phones to be used to support those in custody

    Move follows suspension of prison visits.

  7. Criminal trials during COVID-19 outbreak

    Discussion paper published ahead of talks and update to Parliament.

  8. Supporting domestic abuse victims

    New campaign highlights that help is still available.

  9. Ensuring continuity of justice during COVID-19

    Emergency powers for release a ‘last resort’.

  10. MSPs support Emergency Coronavirus Bill

    New legislation will protect people, public services and the economy.

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