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Police Scotland Suspends Up to 50 Officers Over Violence

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  • Police Scotland chief constable Jo Farrell suspended up to 50 officers for alleged violence against women and girls.
  • All suspended officers remain on full pay while investigations continue.
  • Approximately 8,000 officers still require re-vetting under regulations introduced earlier this year.
  • A review is under way of serial rapist officer Alan Greer’s handling after his suicide.
  • Greer passed 2009 vetting despite two prior reports of criminal behaviour against women.