Donald Trump is expected to face major protests in Scotland from tomorrow for a five-day private visit to his golf resorts, as 1,500 officers were redeployed.
Police are concerned about the impact of the trip by the US President, who also plans to see Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer and First Minister John Swinney.
Mr Trump is expected at Turnberry in Ayrshire tomorrow afternoon, before flying to RAF Lossiemouth in Moray on Monday evening then heading to his Menie golf course in Aberdeenshire. His return journey will begin on Tuesday via Lossiemouth.
Chief Superintendent Rob Hay, president of the Association of Scottish Police Superintendents, said the trip would require a 'significant operation across the country over many days' and will 'undoubtedly stretch' Police Scotland resources.
The senior officer's comments came after similar concerns raised by the Scottish Police Federation - the body which represents rank and file officers. But Mr Swinney has insisted policing will not be put in a 'detrimental position' as a result of the visit.
