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Police chief warns of violence against women crisis

Police Scotland chief constable Jo Farrell has warned that violence against women and girls constitutes a national emergency, with more than 200 crimes reported daily. In an interview with The Sunday Times, Farrell expressed concern about rising offending and the influence of online communities promoting misogynistic attitudes. She warned that funding cuts could undermine preventative policing, including officers working in schools, as demand for services increases. Police Scotland is seeking almost £1.69bn in revenue funding for 2027-28, alongside additional capital investment. Farrell also highlighted growing threats from online extremism, civil unrest and foreign interference.

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