Scottish Government grants legal aid to Denise Clair for private prosecution against David Goodwillie. Crucial step forward.
Denise Clair wants a private prosecution. This means she, not the Crown, would prosecute. She needs government money for this to happen.
The application took a long time. First Minister Swinney said it was too slow in November. Ministers finally approved legal aid on Sunday.
Clair spoke to the Sunday Post. She said she is happy to finally start the justice journey. She has waited to test the case facts in criminal court.
She is disappointed the wait took so long and believes the government could have decided faster. She will see this through for herself and other victims.
The funding reported amounts to only £2500.
A Scottish Government spokesperson commented on the case, stating it was unique and complex. Ministers decided to award legal aid after assessment.