Neil Gray: “Of course, we would consider the likes of knife amnesties if that is something that the likes of the police and other…”

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

I understand why local communities and elected members want reassurance that lessons will be learned and, where necessary, that further action will be taken.

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

But I don’t underestimate the challenge here in doing so.