http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/scotland/4189941.stm
"Scottish ministers have reassured police there will be no political interference in operational matters.
The pledge comes after the announcement of plans to set up the new UK-wide Serious and Organised Crime Agency (SOCA).
It will work alongside Scotland's eight forces and the Drug Enforcement Agency.
Ministers want reserve powers to direct chief constables - but Scottish Police Federation spokesman Doug Keil said that is unacceptable.
The federation said it was 'hugely concerned' at what it claimed were proposals for increased ministerial powers over police. "
