Source · Select Committees · Scottish Affairs Committee
Recommendation 45
45
Acknowledged
The review also could investigate alternatives to a hotline, such as means by which to...
Conclusion
The review also could investigate alternatives to a hotline, such as means by which to better advertise existing methods of raising concerns (like the 101 and 999 services). This could include specifying gun-related concerns on the online reporting form for Police Scotland. We are aware that this specific matter is devolved, although we think there would be great benefit in the UK Government and Scottish Government collaborating on this matter in order to share best practice.
Government Response Summary
The government has noted the Committee’s recommendation around creating a new reporting service and is seeking views on this in the accompanying consultation paper.
Government Response
Acknowledged
HM Government
Acknowledged
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.