The Scottish Crime & Justice Survey 2024-25 shows a 42% decrease in violent and property crime since 2008. Almost 5,000 adults across Scotland shared their experiences and perceptions of crime, including incidents not reported to police. ➡️ow.ly/HNkr50Yvaxw

The result of the Stage 3 vote on the Non-surgical Procedures and Functions of Medical Reviewers (Scotland) Bill is: ✅Yes - 124 ❌No - 0 🟣Abstain - 2 The bill is therefore passed. You can find out more online at ow.ly/HZGv50YvBBk

Significant funding to fix building safety issues in Scotland will be unlocked thanks to new legislation. The Building Safety Levy Bill will see a tax charged on the construction of certain new residential properties from April 2028. gov.scot/news/building-…

We released a joint statement with EHRC and Northern Ireland Human Rights Commission on the importance of the European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR). Read the full statement on our website: scottishhumanrights.com/media/3298/pdf…

The Children (Care, Care Experience, and Services Planning) (Scotland) Bill has been passed by the Scottish Parliament. The Bill will keep 'the Promise' so children in care are better heard and supported. Read more: gov.scot/news/bill-to-k… #KeepThePromise

The expansion to the Sheriff Court of the presumption in favour of the pre-recording of evidence for under 16s in certain solemn cases will come into effect on 30 March 2026. bit.ly/4rUWAOR

A consultation is seeking views on a revised Code of Practice on how police should use search powers under the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002. Read more: ow.ly/IKKJ50YxY9s

The Crofting and Scottish Land Court Bill has been passed unanimously by MSPs at Stage 3: ✅- 119 ❌- 0 🟣- o You can find out more about the Bill at: ow.ly/yvq650YyjxG

🧵 1/5 The Council of Europe reports significant progress in implementing European Court of Human Rights judgments in 2025.

Councils who opt to introduce a visitor levy have more choice in how they design it to raise funds for tourist services. The Visitor Levy Amendment Bill means they can choose a fixed amount, different fixed amounts or the existing percentage rate model. gov.scot/news/visitor-l…

Reforms to make it easier for overseas companies to move to the UK gov.uk/government/new…

Time to Pay Up: Government unveils toughest crackdown on late payments in over 25 years gov.uk/government/new…

The IPO has launched new digital services that allow customers to apply for, manage and renew UK patents in one place. Read our news story for more information: gov.uk/government/new…

Major updates to product safety laws to ensure they’re fit for the modern age gov.uk/government/new…

New rules will make it simpler to escape unwanted subscriptions, stop people being silently rolled onto expensive contracts and ensure that companies are upfront and open when selling subscription services gov.uk/government/new…

Millions of workers get new access to sick pay and parental leave gov.uk/government/new…

Barriers to work removed for disabled benefit claimants as landmark legislation introduced gov.uk/government/new…

Crypto will be regulated in the UK from October 2027. We're seeking views on guidance for crypto firms to create an open, sustainable and competitive crypto market people can trust. Find out more fca.org.uk/news/press-rel… #Crypto #Cryptoassets #FinancialRegulation

Victims of workplace abuse will no longer be silenced gov.uk/government/new…

Ofgem transformed to strengthen protections for energy consumers gov.uk/government/new…