02/08/2016 Reporting Scotland

That's all from the BBC News at Six. Goodbye from me. On BBC One we join

the BBC's news teams where you are. Calls from Westminster

for a six o'clock news programme with Scottish,

UK and international news, I think in general it's good to have

local news. At the same time we don't want to be too parochial. I

don't think the BBC highlights Scotland enough, to be honest.

We'll be assessing the chances of it happening.

Also on the programme, the number of police officers falls

How will leaving the EU affect the Western Isles' economy?

And in Rio, we talk to some of our best runners and riders.

But will it be a memorable Olympic games for the Scots in Team GB?

Tonight's main news is about the news, and about a decades-long

debate over a so-called Scottish Six.

That debate has come to a head with a call from a committee

of MPs backing a new, hour-long evening news programme

from here, combining Scottish, UK and international news.

Supporters say it's long overdue, opponents claim it's not necessary.

Here's our political correspondent Glenn Campbell.

BBC News at six now with Fiona Bruce and Reporting Scotland with Sally

Magnusson. Every week night he was in Scotland get half an hour of UK

and world news from London, followed by half an hour of Scottish news

from Glasgow. But now a cross-party committee of MPs is recommending a

new hour-long programme combining stories from home and abroad. We

feel the time has come to have a single news edited in Scotland, made

for Scotland that covers UK wide national news but produced,

presented and edited in Glasgow. That's what Scottish newspapers do.

It's what already happens on BBC radio Scotland and an Gaelic

television news. It would be a big change for BBC One Scotland. For the

first time it would no longer broadcast the six o'clock news, and

to see that viewers in Scotland would either have to go online, or

use digital TV. Critics say the format is fine as it is. As far as

I'm aware, there is no public demand for a change in the format. It's not

the talk of the places I frequent. No one is saying this is failing,

let's change it. But supporters of the so-called Scottish Six say

broadcast news hasn't kept up with changes in the way Scotland is

governed. It's quite clear now that many of the stories which, by the

best will in the world, used to be relevant because when we came out of

the network in London, are something that is no longer relevant to

Scottish society because of the devolved areas. The BBC is already

considering changes to TV news in Scotland. We do need to review it

and revise it and that's what we are in the process of doing. I don't

think the status quo is any longer the model that we can necessarily

say is the best model going forward. The corporation's trying different

formats, likely to be tested on audiences. It's good to have local

news but at the same time we don't want to be too parochial. The last

time I watch the news was two or three years ago at six o'clock. I

normally get my news online. I don't think the BBC is highlighting

Scotland enough, to be honest. They ignore a lot of the issues that are

there. A decision on how TV news will be delivered to audiences in

Scotland in future is expected towards the end of this year.

Glenn, this is far from the first time the idea

This debate started before we even had a Scottish parliament.

Traditionally the debate about television news in Scotland has been

intertwined with the debate about Scotland's constitutional future.

With those supporting independence lining up in favour of a Scottish

Six, and those who back Scotland remaining in the UK tending to be

against. What's different today is that a committee of the House of

Commons with five Conservative members, four Labour members, one

Scottish MPs, the SNP's John Nicholson, had unanimously

recommended this change. In their response, opposition parties at

Holyrood has raised questions and concerns, but none have raised

fundamental objections. But do politicians have a say on what

programmes go on the BBC? They are of course entitled to their view and

no doubt their contribution to the debate will be noted. Those who are

opposed to the Scottish Six fear the BBC is coming under increasing

political pressure to make a change. The BBC would say that it's more

interested in delivering for audiences and responding their

concerns, and that whatever format we end up with, the BBC will

continue to guard jealously its political independence from those at

Holyrood, Westminster or elsewhere. Police numbers have fallen

to their lowest level in five years. But the Scottish Government

is still meeting its commitment to have a thousand officers more

than the total when the SNP took The figures have been

published amid a review Our Home Affairs Correspondent,

Reevel Alderson can tell us more. It was a manifesto

commitment in 2007. The SNP pledged to increase police

strength by at least 1,000. There were 16,234 officers

in March 2007 at the end of the Labour-Liberal Democrat

coalition. Two and a half years later,

the number had risen to 17,273 in time to fulfill the SNP manifesto

pledge to have at least 1,000 extra officers in time

for the 2011 election. Today's figure of 17,242 exceeds

the target by only eight officers, raising questions

about future recruitment. All recruits must swear the oath of

constable before they can be counted as police officers in Scotland. But

the numbers passing through the police college must keep pace with

retired roles and resignations. But do we need as many officers as in

the past? Police in Glasgow city centre at the weekends requires a

large number. But overall, crime levels are at a 42 year low and

detection rates at an all-time high. The union representing rank and file

officers said despite that it's essential police strength is

maintained. The question I would ask is what do you not want the police

to do. To me that's the bigger question here. We need to ask the

public what they expect the police service to do. They need to make

sure the government and politicians are behind us and what they expect

us to do and we can set our numbers accordingly as against sticking our

finger out in the wind. Even the new accordingly as against sticking our

chief had to swear the oath of constable when he joined police

Scotland last January. Phil Gormley has said he wants to create a

sustainable model for the fourth. But policing is changing. The

Scottish crime campus offers high technology and science to crack new

offences like cyber and economic crime, these require different

levels of policing. The government is now consulting on Scotland's

policing priorities and ministers say no conclusions have been reached

on the future shape and size of the police workforce.

Police Scotland said it's committed to maintaining police numbers

in a way that ensures it can provide the right policing resources

in the right places at the right time to meet the demands

Some observers interpret that as meaning the nine-year commitment

to police numbers may soon be abandoned.

Maybe not any more, why Edinburgh is trying

And in sport Rio's iconic landmarks should ensure

a stunning Olympic Games, but will it be a memorable one

Brendan Rodgers says there is hysteria around tomorrow night's

Champions League qualifier. Two people have been

injured after their light The accident happened

close to the village The plane's two occupants

were airlifted hospital. A distress call was received shortly

after 11 o'clock this morning from a light aeroplane crash near

Benderloch. Shortly after that a signal was received from a

transmitter. Two helicopters were dispatched, one from Inverness and

one from Prestwick which eventually both arrived at this scene near

Benderloch. Two casualties were taken to hospital, they are

understood to be alive and receiving treatment. Investigations are

undergoing as to what caused the accident.

A review into the case of a Fife toddler murdered by her mother's

boyfriend has concluded her death could not have been anticipated.

Two-year-old Madison Horn was beaten to death by Kevin Park

while he was baby-sitting her at her home in Kelty in 2014.

A significant case review has found there had been no social work

or health service concerns for her before her death.

Over the last four decades the Western Isles has done well out

of the EU with social fund grants going towards major

However many fishermen believe they've been

Ian Hamilton has headed to the far north west

to see how the future, post-Brexit, is being viewed.

Here on the Outer Hebrides, they've not always been big fans of the

European Union. Just over 40 years ago, they were opposed to

membership. At the referendum in June, they voted to remain. Across

the business community, and these isles, the arguments for staying and

going are complex. We are in the dye house, this is the first stage of

the process. Here at Harris Tweed Hebrides they spin the thread from

whole weavers. It can only be called Harris tweed if it's made here. This

is the final stage of the process. Before it leaves the islands is

given the seal of approval. The company was in favour of staying in

the EU, but does admit the fall in the value of sterling after the exit

vote could boost exports. In the short term there could be

opportunities because of the devaluation of the pound. I think

that the message from us to government is that if there's going

to be any growth in the economy it's going to come through exporting and

therefore exporting companies like ourselves, they need encouragement.

Some community leaders believe you leaving the European Union will

damage the long-term welfare of the Outer Hebrides. We are dealing with

major European funding. European structural funds, development funds,

it's very hard to imagine how the whole funding arrangement is going

to turn around and be replaced somehow or another by the UK

Government taking on the obligations which are already being met by

Europe. Many have told me had they have done well out of the European

Europe. Many have told me had they Union, particular when it comes to

infrastructural projects like new harbours, and peers. But for those

working in the fishing industry they can see some opportunities,

working in the fishing industry they being outside the EU. This is the

southern tip of the Outer Hebrides. 95% of the fish they catch ends up

in Europe. Despite this, many of them voted to leave the European

Union. We've been hammered with a whole load of restrictions and the

fishing industry has suffered a lot from Europe because they've been

using the fishing industry as a bargaining tool. The UK has

contributed a lot of money into Europe, if they are not putting that

money into Europe surely they should be putting it into projects in

Scotland or vice versa. Everywhere else across Scotland, here in the

Western Isles has been minimising the impact and maximising the

opportunity that the European Union exit offers. Ian Hamilton, Reporting

Scotland, the Western Isles. Scotland's young carers

could become tomorrow's patients That's the warning from

the charity The Carers' Trust. It says many young carers are afraid

to tell their friends Stepping away from responsibility,

the young carers festival provides respite and a chance to share

concerns and make things better. But The Carers' Trust says support

services are shrinking, many young carers don't tell their friends

about their role at home for fear they would be misunderstood or

bullied. We know early intervention is very important. If we leave the

funding to deal with the crisis, then we are going to have a scenario

of today's carer is tomorrow's patient. We really need to look

after these young people. Saskia does more chores at home than the

average teenager. It was hard at first. Can I get it all in. I've got

to do this now, I've got to do more than I was doing before, rather than

I can just do what ever, other people don't have many

responsibilities but because you're a young carer you've got more

because people rely on you more. I've got to pack for the carers

festival. How much do you have to do? Her dad has non-Hodgkin's

lymphoma and needs the help of his wife and their children. This is

like its time. Going out doing this, doing that. Whereas sometimes you

think, they are making my dinner or doing the washing, or doing this. It

feels as if you're taking that time away from them. On the other hand,

it's helping them with life skills. Pitching for more funding, The

Carers' Trust argues increased support is needed. The Scottish

Government says it has provided money both for the festival and for

services. More than 95% of patients attending

Accident Emergency departments across Scotland were seen

within four-hours, according At 95.7%, the figure,

which relates to June, is the best monthly performance

for A departments since July 2014. Work has begun to find

and remove any more asbestos The beach has been closed,

at what should be its busiest time, since material containing asbestos

fibres was found there At the same time, scientists

are working to analyse the material Scouring the beach, looking for more

asbestos. The barriers went up on Friday after a local man contacted

South Ayrshire Council. A ebb m of the public found a small piece of

material which he had concerns about. He brought it into the

council. Because of his concerns, we it analysed. After analysing there

was some small asbestos fibres found within it. Pieces of what looks like

grey roofing material, which he found last week, prompted the

closure. Came across a number of pieces of asbestos on the beach, on

Thursday afternoon, when we were looking for stick and stones to

build fairy houses. Any child could have picked it up and used it as a

skimmer. How did you recognise it as being asbestos? I was in the

building trade. Mixed views from local people. Ridiculous. This is

another example of the council not looking after what really is the

jewel in Prestwick's crown. It's disappointing during the summer

period. It's an important thing for the local industry. The material is

now being analysed to find out exactly what it is. Once we

understand what the content is we will better understand whether there

is any risk to human health. At the moment the beach closure is in place

just as a precaution, but once we have the Annan sis back we will be

able to do a full risk assessment and proceed on that basis. One

theory is the asbestos could have come from an old landfill site just

down the coast. The Council say they are aware of concerns, but at the

moment they don't know the source. Meanwhile, the beach remains off

limits. Let's get the sports

news now, Rhona. Thank you very much. Good evening to

you. "Keep Calm and Carry on,"

in the Champions League qualifiers. That's what the Celtic manager

is saying to his players ahead of tomorrow's second

leg tie against Astana. It's 1-1 from the first leg

in Khazakstan last week, and Brendan Rodgers says coping

with the hysteria surrounding Celtics will be vital in tomorrow

night's game in Glasgow. Ladies and gentlemen, it's Celtic

new third kit. It's modelled perhaps on the colours of the ticket from

the European Cup final in Lisbon in 1967. A match Celtic went on to win.

You might have your own opinions on the new kit. One thing is for sure -

they won't be wearing it in tomorrow's crucial match at home to

Astana in the Champions League qualifiers. The key to success,

according to the manager, is straight-forward... You have to stay

calm. You know, we have to stayical. There will be a lot of hysteria

around. In that emotion that follows. But as manager and coaches

and players, you have to have that calmness. He might well add - don't

and players, you have to have that panic. Celtic have defensive issues

with a number of injuries. Although the new signing is in squad, he may

not be match-fit. That manies FA Ambrose, prone to mistakes,

including an own goal in a friendly at the weekend, could play. We will

always pick a team to look to get the job done. At this moment in time

he's a Celtic player. If he gives everything, every day, there is

no-one who wants to cut out the mistakes more than him. If he can do

that, then he's a valuable player. It will be green and white hoops for

Celtic tomorrow. If they cut out the It will be green and white hoops for

errors, this pink number might yet get an airing in the Champions

League. Lennon, in his first season in

charge was protesting over a disallowed goal and was sent to the

stand. The venues are ready,

the athletes are arriving and the Opening Ceremony

of the Rio Olympic Games Our Olympic reporters,

Jane Lewis and Kheredine Idessane, have been meeting some of Scotland's

most experienced and successful members of Team GB, as they consider

their chances this time around. One of the word's most famous

landmarks. This iconic statue is looking down upon a city about to

host an iconic sporting event. The largest Scottish contingent at an

away Games. 38 competitors, three travelling reserves. One mission to

make this the best ever Olympic Games on foreign soil. Now to the

beach, not too far away from here is the Rouhaniing lake and the sailing

venue where there are Rio prospects of Scottish success. Rio is immense.

It's the most epic venue I've ever sailed at. It's not a million miles

from what west of Scotland looked like growing up. It's bigger,

warmer, it's not a million miles different in the type of style of

sailing. For us, it's the tightest event I've been part of it, really.

There are probably eight crews who medaled. We have been in there, on

the outside of it as well. The track and field team is the largest of the

Scottish contingent. Medals will be hard to come by.

The athletes will hope to alter that stat. A third of the GB swim team is

Scottish. This European and World Champion is desperate for Olympic

glory. For me, it's a case of getting a job done. Going in there

to try and get a medal in that men's 4x200. I had experience over the

last two Olympic Games much I know what is going to happen. I'm going

to use that to my advantage hopefully this summer. Another high

had profile athlete with Olympic temperatures, Andy Murray is the

defending Olympic Champion after that triumph in London. We will be

defending Olympic Champion after across all our athletes with all of

the sports right here on BBC Scotland. That is it. Thank you very

much. Over the next few weeks,

the Edinburgh Festival will attract tourists from around the world -

perhaps many will be searching With the help of some of Scotland's

finest designers, a exhibition is aiming to convince them that

doesn't need to mean a tartan scarf At this time of year,

a stroll down Edinburgh's Royal Mile For the thousands of

tourists, everywhere they turned there's a chance to pick

up a none too subtle souvenir. I came off the train

and I bought my hat. There's a lot of fabric shops,

a lot of scarf shops. Anything along the street

catch your eye? "Tartan tat", a less charitable

but frequently heard description. So this am an attempt

to show the world something To mark Scotland's year

of innovation, architecture We did an umbrella because we

thought it was quite a fun, tongue in cheek take

on the Scottish weather. Working in this Edinburgh studio,

this woman's work ends up in the likes of

Bloomingdale's and Harvey Nichols. To mark Scotland's year

of innovation, architecture and design she's been commissioned

to offer her own travel themed

take on the souvenir. This forms part of the local heroes

exhibition on display and on sale The idea to make a strong

first impression on those Arriving for the festival. Military

hit # This is a snapshot of design

but you wouldn't be surprised It's not Scottish-looking, it's just

fantastic Scottish design. It's about quality

first and foremost. So now comes the true test

for these souvenirs. Can they do what See You Jimmy hats

have done for years, and convince people to part with their

hard-earned money? Stephen Godden, Reporting

Scotland, Edinburgh. cloudy to end the day for many of

us, showery rained and the winds picking up. This was Lossiemouth

earlier with sunshine. We did end the day with brighter spells. Late

sunshine to come. It's cloudy out there. This evening cloudy with

outbreaks of rain. The low pressure is spreading towards us. The winds

rotating anti-clock-wise around it means across the south-west we are

drawing in warmer air across the north and north-east strengthening

winds. Outbreaks of rain will spread north and eastwards becoming dryer

with clearer spells elsewhere. A few scattered showers. The rain becoming

confined to the northern isles into the early hours with stronger winds

here. Tonight, it will be a milder night. Temperatures holding on to

around 12 to 15 Celsius. For tomorrow morning there will be some

brightness across the far north, east coast especially, showery rain

will pile in from the south-west and strengthening winds for a time.

4.00pm, the rain across the Northern Isles, temperatures up to 19 or 20

Celsius. Maybe a rumble of thunder for the highland area. Outbreaks of

rain to the central belt. There could be brightness for the eastern

borders, temperatures into the mid to high teens. Heavy showers to come

for tomorrow night and for the start of Thursday. For Thursday itself,

had evil heavy downpours with a rumble of thunder. It will be an

improving story with dryer and brightering spells to western and

south-western areas. Temperatures 17-19 degrees. It's still feeling

quite warm. That's your forecast. Now, a reminder of

tonight's main news. The BBC should press ahead

with plans for an hour-long Scottish Six TV news

programme, according MPs said it was "perfectly

reasonable" for editorial decisions on broadcasts in Scotland to be

made in Scotland. Police numbers have fallen

to their lowest level in five years, but the Scottish Government

is still meeting its commitment to have 1,000 officers more

than the total when the SNP took Our late bulletin is just

after the Ten O'Clock News. Until then, from everyone

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