The
Association of Chief Police Officers in Scotland advised all forces to ban the devices.
The
Association of Chief Police Officers in Scotland said forces may not have been able to find enough officers of the right calibre.
An
Association of Chief Police Officers in Scotland spokesman said: "It would be unfortunate if an impression were given that officers were supporting one political party against another."
The
Association of Chief Police Officers in Scotland confirmed Lyle's secondment, claiming he would "liaise with the gay community and give strategic and operational advice to the police service and our partners".
Advice from the
Association of Chief Police Officers in Scotland includes how to protect premises from car bombs and the importance of watching for potential terrorists and suicide bombers.
The
Association of Chief Police Officers in Scotland say the number of officers turning to drugs such as heroin and cocaine, because of work stress, is rising.
David Mellor, Fife Deputy Chief Constable and spokesman for the
Association of Chief Police Officers in Scotland, said: "There remains no room for complacency on our part, nor on the part played by the public in the success of this important safety initiative."
Mr Mellor, of the
Association of Chief Police Officers in Scotland, said reducing sickness was vital.
The new targets for 2003-2004 were set after discussions with the
Association of Chief Police Officers in Scotland, and police boards.
The
Association of Chief Police Officers in Scotland are looking into the problem.