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We have about 10 minutes left. I invite Fulton MacGregor to ask questions, followed by Russell Findlay.

I will step outside the bill for a moment. I have become interested in what sort of conduct brings officers to the attention of the PSD or, if it is a higher bar, the PIRC. We understand police assault and other traditional types of allegations. I am thinking more about the issues and challenges that are bearing down on police officers in the 21st century. Are you seeing any shift in the sorts of issues that are impacting police officers and staff compared to, say, 10 years ago?

That is fascinating. It is interesting to hear about some of the types of behaviours that are coming to your attention more than previously. Can you say anything about the demographics of that? Are the officers younger or older?

I call Pauline McNeill.

Are you referring to Lady Elish Angiolini? She is not the Lord Advocate.

My final question is about timescales. Do you agree that Police Scotland should respond to the PIRC’s recommendations within specific timescales? Is that feasible? Is it possible? Is it challenging?

I bring the session to a close—it has been helpful, so thank you very much indeed. We now move into private session.

Thank you. I will now bring in other members.

I would like to bring in Nicky Page. You have not had a chance to contribute yet, but you might have a view on that point.

Rona Mackay has a supplementary on that topic.