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UK Government, the Law and Your Role

Who is responsible for maintaining law and order in Scotland?

AThe Metropolitan Police, which holds UK-wide jurisdiction including Scotland
BA single national police force called Police Scotland
CSeveral separate local police forces each based in different regional areas
DThe Scottish Army, which has a dedicated domestic policing and security role

Answer & explanation

The correct answer is A single national police force called Police Scotland.

Police Scotland is a single national police force responsible for maintaining law and order in Scotland. England and Wales have separate police forces in different regions.

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