Neil Gray: “I won’t apologise for the fact that average sentences have increased. I think that is right that we have sentences…”

Absolutely not. There can be absolutely no suggestion of any controversy relating to the former Lord Advocate.

I’ve led enough pay talks in my time to know that people commenting outside do not help those getting round the table.

Both the Culture Secretary and I have previously written to the UK Government, making it clear that such a significant event should not be placed behind a paywall.

Antisocial or dangerous behaviour or disorder is unacceptable, I understand the concerns of those affected and how distressing these situations can be.