AN MSP has called for a review of security measures at members’ homes after a man was arrested over broken windows at Ruth Davidson’s constituency office.
Police confirmed they arrested a 54-year-old man in connection with vandalism at the premises on yesterday morning.
There were no injuries, although staff were said to be shaken by the incident. It reportedly involved rocks being thrown at the office used by the Scottish Conservative leader and fellow MSP Miles Briggs.
The Scottish Parliamentary Corporate Body (SPCB), responsible for ensuring Parliament is provided with the property, services and staff it requires, took questions from members in Holyrood.
Scottish Labour MSP David Stewart asked if the SPCB would consider consider introducing measures to upgrade home security for members if required.
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