11 h. ago Bill to scrap not proven verdict will lead to ‘clearer’ system for Scotland

Scottish Justice Secretary Angela Constance spoke out ahead of ‘landmark’ legislation to abolish the controversial verdict facing its final hurdle.

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22 h. ago Rape survivor behind campaign to scrap not proven verdict tells MSPs to end 'harrowing process'

Miss M, who sparked the campaign for Scotland’s not proven verdict to be abolished has issued a plea to MSPs ahead of a crunch Holyrood vote.

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4 d. ago Not Proven verdict leaves "deep emotional scars" on families as charity boss backs calls to end

Victim Support Scotland's chief exec has called on MSPs to ensure the legislation is passed following final debates on Tuesday.

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5 d. ago Why Scotland has the not proven verdict and why it is controversial

The Record explains the history of the country's unique three-verdict system ahead of a landmark vote on its future.

Politics

5 d. ago Angela Constance should be praised for pushing through Bill to end not proven verdict

Record View says it's time to put an end to a verdict which has confused jurors and traumatised victims and their loved ones for centuries.

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5 d. ago Scotland's controversial not proven verdict should be scrapped 'in the interests of justice'

Justice Minister Angela Constance said abolishing the three verdict system will be a first priority if MSPs pass a landmark bill next week.

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1 week ago Nancy Mace was tearful after meeting with Epstein victims. A day later she defended Trump who has called it a ‘hoax’

Mace, a survivor of sexual assault and rape herself, has defied GOP leadership and thrown support behind House bill to force further releases of Epstein files

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3 w. ago Mum raped by best friend's husband as children slept upstairs

Sarah Glen, 39, was raped by evil David Devine, 44, at his home in Busby, East Renfrewshire, in December 2022.

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