As the UK bill had its second reading on 29 January, Westminster would appear to be the swifter route although, as was pointed out, the bill might get caught up in the forthcoming general election.The three areas of concern—disclosure of information, the extension of seizure powers, and the execution of English warrants in Scotland—are important in tackling crime and, to use the Deputy Minister for Justice's phrase, the"common purpose of the fight against crime"must be enhanced with these measures.It is also important to mention that on-the-spot penalty notices for disorderly behaviour...