An independent review into the case of police officer Alan Greer, who committed sex attacks over at least 14 years before taking his own life in May, may not be published in full. Assistant Chief Constable Lynn Ratcliff told Scotland's Police Authority that releasing the review is an "aspiration" rather than a firm commitment, prompting concerns over potential redactions. This has sparked fierce criticism from politicians arguing that full transparency is essential to demonstrate accountability, with warnings that partial publication could constitute an "establishment cover-up".

Greer, 47, carried out attacks on nine victims, five of whom were sex workers, with some assaults so violent they constituted attempted murder. Despite passing police vetting in 2009, Greer had two prior reports of criminal behaviour towards women on his record—at least one of which vetting officers were aware of, according to BBC investigations. He used multiple aliases and at least seven phones to conceal his crimes, and officers recovered thousands of graphic images and videos on his devices. Police Scotland announced the review in July and expects it to conclude within four to six months.