Sir Iain Livingstone admitted racism, sexism, misogyny and discrimination exists in the force.
Police Scotland yesterday admitted that the force is institutionally racist and discriminatory in a bid to champion equality and create a wider change in society.The admission comes as the police force commits to creating a better world and becoming an anti-racist service.
"There is no place in Police Scotland for those who reject our values and standards. Our vigilance as an organisation has never been stronger - rigorous recruitment; enhanced vetting; more visible conduct outcomes; and a focus on prevention. He added: "A candid, clear, assessment of institutional discrimination means recognising our absolute duty to provide just and effective policing for all according to their specific needs and circumstances. It also requires identifying and removing the deep-rooted barriers to achieving this.
"Recognising institutional discrimination, institutional racism, in my view, is a statement of reality. The real challenge, the real test, is how are we working to address it, what are we doing about it?
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