Breach of the Peace (Prosecutions) (Hansard, 15 July 1981)

HC Deb 15 July 1981 vol 8 c384W 384W

44. Mr. Ron Brown
asked the Solicitor-General for Scotland what is his policy on the initiation of prosecutions for breach of the peace.

§ The Solicitor-General for Scotland
The policy governing the initiation of prosecutions for breach of the peace is the same as for any other crime or offence, namely, to consider each case on its merits having regard to all relevant circumstances pertaining to it and to reach a sensible and humanitarian decision without fear or favour.