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One of Police Scotland 's most senior officers has been suspended over bullying allegations. The move comes after a number of complaints were made against Deputy Chief Constable Jane Connors by police officers and civilian staff. ‌

One of three officers holding that rank at Scotland’s national force, she is in charge of operational policing and leads its response to organised crime . The complaints were referred to the Scottish Police Authority (SPA), the body which oversees Police Scotland, because of her seniority. ‌

An SPA spokesperson said: “The Authority’s complaints and conduct committee has taken the decision to suspend a senior police officer following receipt of conduct allegations which have been referred to the Police Investigations and Reviews Commissione

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