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Families fight to block parole for murderers who refuse to reveal location of their victims

SCOTLAND, AUG 6 – Families of murder victims advocate for mandatory parole denial if killers withhold victim locations to ensure justice and closure, with legislation expected within a year.

  • On Wednesday, families of murder victims welcomed Scottish ministers’ support for an amendment that 'must' consider refusal to disclose victim remains in parole decisions.
  • High-Profile murders of Suzanne Pilley and Arlene Fraser remain unsolved, with their remains never found, despite David Gilroy and Nat Fraser serving life sentences.
  • A sponsored amendment 260 aims to strengthen parole board criteria, with MSP supporting the measure in March and ministers reaffirming support for the Victims, Witnesses, and Justice Reform Bill.
  • Meanwhile, the SNP minister expressed sympathy for their losses, and the families of Suzanne Pilley and Arlene Fraser said they feel relieved after the Scottish Government signalled support.
  • The Scottish legislation is likely to come into force within the next year, with Scottish ministers urged to enact it as soon as possible after summer recess.
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BBC News broke the news in United Kingdom on Wednesday, August 6, 2025.
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