Today Deputy Chief Constable Johnny Gwynne made two key announcements: - Police Scotland is to increase its use of Taser by equipping around 500 specially trained officers in local policing divisions. - Police Scotland will be extending the role of Armed Response Vehicle (ARV) officers to allow them to be deployed to more non-firearms calls with an emphasis on public protection, vulnerability and speed of response. Both will be presented to the Scottish Police Authority Board on Tuesday 19 Decem
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Today Deputy Chief Constable Johnny Gwynne made two key announcements: - Police Scotland is to increase its use of Taser by equipping around 500 specially trained officers in local policing divisions. - Police Scotland will be extending the role of Armed Response Vehicle (ARV) officers to allow them to be deployed to more non-firearms calls with an emphasis on public protection, vulnerability and speed of response. Both will be presented to the Scottish Police Authority Board on Tuesday 19 Decem
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Police Scotland increases the number of officers who can train their local policing colleagues in Distress Brief Intervention (DBI) at training event in Glenrothes on Wednesday, 19 February, 2025. Training for DBI trainers was delivered to 70 police officers in the company of partner organisations including NHS 24, University of Glasgow, Scottish Police Federation and third sector providers for DBI referrals from police. DBI enables trained police officers to signpost and refer those experiencin
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Police Scotland increases the number of officers who can train their local policing colleagues in Distress Brief Intervention (DBI) at training event in Glenrothes on Wednesday, 19 February, 2025. Training for DBI trainers was delivered to 70 police officers in the company of partner organisations including NHS 24, University of Glasgow, Scottish Police Federation and third sector providers for DBI referrals from police. DBI enables trained police officers to signpost and refer those experiencin
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As a police officer no two days are the same but every day we keep people safe. Be the difference your community needs. | Police Scotland
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As a police officer no two days are the same but every day we keep people safe. Be the difference your community needs. | Police Scotland
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Are you looking for a fast paced and rewarding job? Start your journey to becoming a police officer today. | Police Scotland
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Are you looking for a fast paced and rewarding job? Start your journey to becoming a police officer today. | Police Scotland
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ACC Mark Williams speaks about the update given to the Board of the Scottish Police Authority by DCC Will Kerr today, which announces plans to put 360 officers on standby to deal with any incidents relating to the potential impact of the UK's decision to leave the European Union. To read the full article visit: http://www.scotland.police.uk/whats-happening/news/2019/February/Police-Scotland-briefs-SPA-on-Brexit-contingency-plans | Police Scotland
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ACC Mark Williams speaks about the update given to the Board of the Scottish Police Authority by DCC Will Kerr today, which announces plans to put 360 officers on standby to deal with any incidents relating to the potential impact of the UK's decision to leave the European Union. To read the full article visit: http://www.scotland.police.uk/whats-happening/news/2019/February/Police-Scotland-briefs-SPA-on-Brexit-contingency-plans | Police Scotland
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Training with Scotland's armed police officers
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The poignant moment police officers promise to uphold the law. | BBC Scotland
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Female police officers weren't given quite the same kit as men in the 70s 👜 | BBC Scotland
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Domestic abuse can take many forms and it can be experienced by anyone, regardless of gender or age. If you're experiencing domestic abuse, our officers are here to listen, help and make sure your safe. If you're not ready to speak to the police, there are a number of partner organisations who can offer confidential support and advice. DCI Brown shares more 👇 | Police Scotland
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We’re proud to support the NPCC Response Policing Week of Action 2024. PC Andouce Kouassi discusses the vital role of response officers, and DCC Jane Connors gives thanks to our response policing teams nationwide for their dedication to keeping our communities safe. | Police Scotland
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As Scotland continues to move through the route map out of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, we all have a part to play to help others adapt, and particularly to assist our children and young people, as DCC Will Kerr explains: | Police Scotland
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Following today’s Scottish Police Memorial Trust service of remembrance, Chief Constable, Sir Iain Livingstone and Christine Fulton, Co-Founder and Trustee of the Scottish Police Memorial Trust, reflect on the importance of today’s event. Read more here ➡ http://ow.ly/fx1G50KCv8U | Police Scotland
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For many across Scotland, the oath to serve continues with us. We're proud to have more than 700 veterans serving as Police Scotland officers and staff. Together, they bring invaluable experience to our service and carry forward the same values of integrity, fairness and respect to keep our people safe. Today, our Veterans' Champion Network held a Veterans' Day event, providing a platform to celebrate our armed forces community. As part of proceedings, Colonel Iain Davidson presented Police Scot
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Our latest canine search capability, Digital Evidence Detection Dogs, are currently being trained before they are deployed operationally. When fully trained, the dogs will assist officers investigating crime where a digital device, such as a smartphone, tablet, or laptop, may have been used and is believed to have been hidden. Assistant Chief Constable Andy Freeburn shares: “It is now extremely common for a digital device to be used in criminal activity, which is then concealed by the perpetrato
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Police Scotland has recently welcomed the Federal Bureau of Investigation National Executive Institute (FBI NEI) to its headquarters for its 47th session. The senior development course is aimed at police and law enforcement leaders and saw 45 delegates from the USA and representatives of seven other nations undertake the second of three stages at Police Scotland headquarters, Tulliallan. Supported by Police Scotland’s International Development and Innovation Unit, this is the third year in a row
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Police Scotland’s Dive and Marine Unit have been searching waterways in the run up to COP26 to ensure the safety of all persons involved and the wider public. 👮🚤 During COP26, the Ministry of Defence Police will monitor the River Clyde, with assistance when required from Police Scotland divers. The river will be subject to movement and mooring restrictions for approximately three weeks. 📽️ Watch Superintendent, Stevie Irvine, talk about the role of the Dive and Marine Unit. For more informati
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We listen to a wide range of your views and experiences of policing in Scotland. Deputy Chief Constable Will Kerr explains how we gather and use community feedback to help shape the way we police your local area. Take this opportunity to provide your view of policing in your community by taking part in the Your Police survey ➡️ http://ow.ly/sARH50Jx8X6 | Police Scotland
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Police dogs and their handlers have been taking part in training exercises ahead of the COP26 summit in Glasgow. Read more: bbc.in/2XDy5O3 | BBC Scotland News
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Number of Scots cops with Tasers will quadruple amid rise in attacks on officers
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Detectives investigating a number of linked incidents in the East and West have arrested and charged eight people in the past week as officers take action across Scotland. This brings the total number of arrests in connection with this investigation to 20. A dedicated team from our Specialist Crime Division is working alongside divisional officers to gather hundreds of pieces of evidence and build solid cases against those responsible for these targeted attacks. Meanwhile, local officers have be
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Welcome to this week's edition of our Weekly Roundup, bringing you the best in Scottish policing news from the past seven days 🚓 Read the full story 👉 http://ow.ly/z52P50ihyL1 | Police Scotland
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We will continue to prioritise emergency 999 calls throughout the festive period. This may result in longer waiting times for our 101 service. If you have a non-urgent enquiry, consider getting in touch via our contact form➡️ http://ow.ly/U3zR50HhBM6 If you're unsure if your enquiry is a policing matter, visit our website before dialling ➡️ http://ow.ly/qOZe50HhBM7 | Police Scotland
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Over 1,000 officers are now trained to carry Taser as part of efforts to better protect police officers and the public from violence. This marks the halfway point of a commitment to increase the number of Taser trained officers from 500 to 2,000 over the next few years (2021 - 2024). The mere presence of a Taser can de-escalate a situation. In 2021/22, figures show in 86 per cent of our Taser use (which includes drawing and aiming the device), it wasn't discharged. Officers will use their commun
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Detectives investigating a number of linked incidents in the West and East of Scotland have arrested six people following executive action in Glasgow and North Lanarkshire. This brings the total number of arrests made during this investigation to 32. On Friday, 9 May, 2025, officers from the Organised Crime and Counter Terrorism Unit, assisted by firearms officers, executed warrants and searched six properties in the Barlanark, Maryhill, Hamiltonhill, Milton of Campsie and Wishaw areas. In Glasg
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We have launched criminal investigations across the country following the Bonfire Night disorder experienced in various areas last night. Members of the public who wish to submit their own photographic or video evidence of crimes committed in their area can do so by visiting➡️ https://mipp.police.uk/operation/SCOT19S01-PO1 Read more➡️ https://www.scotland.police.uk/what-s-happening/news/2024/criminal-investigations-begin-following-bonfire-night-disorder/ | Police Scotland
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The changes and restrictions placed on all our lives during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic have been difficult for everyone, and taken a lot of getting used to. However, there is never an excuse for victimising people with either visible or hidden disabilities, for whom following all the guidance may be difficult, or even impossible. Some people have exemptions from adhering to the legislation. As Sgt Amanda McBride (Safer Communities) explains, with the assistance of a British Sign Languag
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You’ll now start to see our armed officers with body worn cameras throughout Scotland following extensive public engagement. ACC Mark Williams hopes that this is a huge step forward for armed policing, both for technological advances and trust in the community. Find out more 👇 For further info ➡️ http://ow.ly/HoiR50GulQW | Police Scotland
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Top Scots cop hits out at 'derisory' funding from Scottish Government
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Scots cops' high-speed fleet decimated over fears car engines will EXPLODE
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