Joani Reid: “I am also deeply grateful to everyone who has stood by me when it was politically easier to distance themselves. You…”

It frightens local people and it shames our town.

With my membership of the Parliamentary Labour Party restored, I am excited to play a full part in supporting our new Prime Minister, Andy Burnham, his government, and in renewing Scottish Labour.

I have never been part of a police investigation, as a suspect or as a witness, and I am pleased that this has now been recognised.

I will continue to talk to the police and other services about how we can keep people safe and our streets clear of those only out to cause trouble.