Tory blueprint to fix 'broken' justice system

MANDATORY life sentences for child rapists are among the proposals set out by Scottish Conservative leader Russell Findlay "to fix Scotland's broken and weak justice system".

- By Craig Meighan

Mr Findlay is to launch a policy paper that he says will "reverse the SNP's harmful, soft-touch agenda by cracking down on criminals and strengthening victims' rights".

Key proposals include tougher punishment for antisocial behaviour and knife crime, "tightening bail laws" to help prevent further crimes being committed by those on bail, and more regular police patrols on the streets.