Report Summary
This is the approved Minute from the Meeting of the Scottish Police Authority held on 19 February 2026. The Minute was approved at the meeting on 25 March 2026.
Meeting
The publication discussed was referenced in the meeting below
Meeting of the Scottish Police Authority - 19 February 2026
Date : 19 February 2026
Location : Clayton Hotel Glasgow, 298 Clyde St, Glasgow, G1 4NP
INTRODUCTION AND WELCOME
CHAIR’S OPENING REMARKS
The Chair opened the meeting and welcomed all Authority Members and representatives from Police Scotland’s senior leadership team.
APOLOGIES
Apologies were received from Angela Leitch.
DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST AND CONNECTIONS
One declaration of interest was raised. Brian Howarth declared a connection against Item 7 in respect of his previous role at Audit Scotland. Noting her status as an NHS24 Board Member, Amina Khan declared an interest in any discussions relating to mental health.
ANY OTHER BUSINESS
Authority Members raised no other business.
DECISION ON TAKING BUSINESS IN PRIVATE (ITEMS 11-12)
Members agreed that, in accordance with paragraph 20 of the SPA Standing Orders, the Authority would consider items 11 and 12 in private for the reasons set out on the agenda.
