Highlands & Islands Conservative MSP Jamie McGrigor is urging constituents throughout his region to have their say on Police Scotland proposals which would change public counter services at police stations across the region.
Some local police offices, such as the island stations at Bowmore on Islay and Stromness on Orkney's Mainland, will lose their public counter service entirely, while many others will be subject to reduced opening hours.
Speaking yesterday, Jamie said:
“I am very aware that some of these proposals are controversial, especially those removing all public counter services from some local police stations which currently have them.
"While I sympathise with Police Scotland trying to maximise efficiency, some constituents believe this review underestimates the importance people place on being able to access their local police station.
“Many think these facilities are vital in maintaining a connection with local people and in serving the community. My constituents will want to be reassured that they can contact an officer in person at their local station.
I am urging any constituents throughout my region to make their views known to Police Scotland, or else to contact me and I will happily take their concerns up with the relevant divisional commanders”.