Neil Gray: “There is no place for racism or faith-based hate in Scotland.”

I won’t apologise for the fact that average sentences have increased. I think that is right that we have sentences matching the seriousness of criminality that we have faced.

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

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

I am ensuring we are taking every possible step to tackle the increasing threat of wildfires.