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The fact that the programme is universal means that any eligible person whose system breaks down—even if they live in the largest house in Scotland—is entitled to a new one. That situation is new. We are responding to the new demand as quickly and effectively as possible.
Pass on to your Crown Office colleagues that we wish them all the best for Christmas and the new year. We look forward to your attendance again some time next year.
That is not legally possible, because it would create two legal definitions. Perhaps it would be best if we left the matter. But we have two legal definitions.
The Vulnerable Witnesses (Scotland) Act2004 gives all child witnesses an automatic right to use standard special measuresto assist them give their best evidence and help reduce the fear and distress ofdoing so.