Force has lowest rape convictions

There were 38 rape convictions in Scotland in 2005/06

Grampian Police has the lowest rape conviction rate in Scotland, according to newly-released figures.

Grampian's conviction rate for 2005/06 was just under 1%, with Northern Constabulary having the highest rate at almost 9%.

There were 975 reported rapes in Scotland in that period, with 38 convictions, a rate of almost 4%.

The Association of Chief Police Officers in Scotland (Acpos) said there were bound to be regional differences.

The Crown Office announced a guidelines review last summer and numerous recommendations are to be implemented over three years.