Source · Select Committees · Scottish Affairs Committee
Recommendation 41
41
Deferred
However, the Cabinet Secretary further told us that - while “We should always keep an...
Conclusion
However, the Cabinet Secretary further told us that - while “We should always keep an open mind on these things” - “I am not sure that a hotline would add a great deal”.122 The Cabinet Secretary stated that there are “ways in which people can already get in touch with the police, which is a straightforward thing to do”123 so “there may be a case for just generally ensuring that people are aware that they can contact the police if they have to, rather than creating a specific hotline”.124
Government Response Summary
The government is seeking views on creating a new reporting service in an accompanying consultation paper, including whether a specific phoneline should be introduced and how it might be funded.
Government Response
Deferred
HM Government
Deferred
The UK Government has noted the Committee’s recommendation around creating a new reporting service where members of the public can register concerns about certificate holders. We are seeking views on this in the accompanying consultation paper, including whether a specific phoneline should be introduced, how this might be funded, or whether the existing services offer a better way to achieve the purpose.