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Ethnic Groups: Scotland

Asked by Andrew BowieConservativeScotland OfficeTabled Answered 19 September 2025UIN 76616

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Scotland, what discussions he has had with the Scottish Government on (a) promoting the safety of ethnic minority groups, (b) raising awareness of antisemitism and (c) protecting Jews in Scotland.

Answered by Kirsty McNeill

Public safety is devolved to the Scottish Government. The Scotland Office regularly engages with Police Scotland on the safety of all our communities. The Government is clear that there is no place or justification for antisemitism.

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