Scotcast - Do police officers need more guns?
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The Scottish Police Federation is calling for guns to be routinely stored in police patrol vehicles to combat violent crimes.
David Kennedy (pictured), the police union’s general secretary, says anyone brandishing a knife should expect to be shot.
Scotcast is the BBC’s Scottish news podcast. This episode is hosted Martin Geissler.
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Published on Tuesday, 17th February 2026.
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