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The new first-time buyers scheme will provide first time buyers with up to £25,000 towards the deposit for a property to support people to buy a home that meets their needs. The scheme is open to all first-time buyers in Scotland.
Assault can include a gesture that places a person in a state of fear, even if there is no physical contact. That seems to be a very broad category of behaviour on which to focus with regard to parents.
We are keen to ensure that the agency continues to make contact with individuals. If the attempts to contact a person have not succeeded and they have still not contacted the agency, they will have the right to challenge a suspension, and will be signposted to that.
That is about acting with empathy and kindness towards people who come into contact with us. I apply that not only to members of the public but to members.