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🔥 Wildfire warning for Western Scotland 🔥 Very high risk of wildfire in this area for Thursday, 23 April. Wildfires can destroy property, landscapes and wildlife. Remember, there’s no such thing as a 'harmless' fire. 🚒 Help spread the word. #NoHarmlessFires
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We are now in the pre-election period. Our social media activity is restricted until after the Scottish Parliament election on Thursday 7 May 2026. Read more: gov.scot/publications/scotti…
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Human trafficking is a serious crime that causes lasting harm. Ensuring victims receive the right support is essential. A new consultation seeks views on whether the guidance on support available to adult victims is clear, practical, and helpful. ➡️ bit.ly/47PwS7m
Blue background with text inviting input on a consultation on support for adult victims of human trafficking and exploitation.

ALT Blue background with text inviting input on a consultation on support for adult victims of human trafficking and exploitation.

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Victims of crime will receive improved support, advice & information as part of reforms to the Victim Notification Scheme. A report laid in @ScotParl sets out progress so far. ➡️ow.ly/WyaB50YyHIv
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Disrupting serious organised crime remains a priority for @ScotGov and partners on the Serious Organised Crime Taskforce. A new report sets out how @SOCTaskforce partners are working hard to target criminals and support communities. ➡️ow.ly/eVYz50YyEWm
Angela Constance Cabinet Secretary for Justice and Home Affairs with the comment: "The Serious Organised crime Taskforce works to ensure organised criminals are detected and disrupted at every turn and to divert people at risk of becoming involved in serious organised crime."

ALT Angela Constance Cabinet Secretary for Justice and Home Affairs with the comment: "The Serious Organised crime Taskforce works to ensure organised criminals are detected and disrupted at every turn and to divert people at risk of becoming involved in serious organised crime."

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@ScotGovFairerMar 24
Real progress is being made to realise shared ambitions of a Scotland free from violence against women & girls. Equalities Minister @KaukabStewart & @COSLA’s Cllr Chalmers visited Edinburgh Women’s Aid to launch the latest Equally Safe delivery reports: ➡️ow.ly/zCRU50Yy6yH
Image of (L-R) Equalities Minister Kaukab Stewart with Linda Rodgers, CEO of Edinburgh Women's Aid and Cllr Maureen Chalmers of COSLA holding copies of the Equally Safe Delivery Plan Progress Report.

ALT Image of (L-R) Equalities Minister Kaukab Stewart with Linda Rodgers, CEO of Edinburgh Women's Aid and Cllr Maureen Chalmers of COSLA holding copies of the Equally Safe Delivery Plan Progress Report.

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@PoliceScotlandMar 24
Police officers in Glasgow are now using body worn video to help keep communities safe as we prepare for the Commonwealth Games. 👉🏼 scotland.police.uk/what-s-ha… #PoliceScotlandBWV @scotgov
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The expansion to the Sheriff Court of the presumption in favour of the pre-recording of evidence for under 16s in certain solemn cases will come into effect on 30 March 2026. bit.ly/4rUWAOR
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A consultation is seeking views on a revised Code of Practice on how police should use search powers under the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002. Read more: ow.ly/IKKJ50YxY9s
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An independent expert board has published its final report after ten months of oversight into deaths in custody at HMP & YOI Polmont. The report confirms 39 out of 43 recommendations have shown measurable progress, with 12 fully delivered. Read👉 ow.ly/Pq6n50YxY6L
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Ministers Siobhian Brown and @JimFairlieLogie recently met members of the Responsible Dog Ownership Expert Advisory Group to hear about progress on dog control, welfare and public safety.
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Earlier this week on National Social Work Day, Justice Secretary @AConstance23 launched Scotland's National Social Work Agency and announced almost £1 million of @scotgov funding to social work education, which will be delivered by @SSSCnews. ➡️ow.ly/TcNz50YwW43
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🔥 Wildfire Warning for North and North-East Scotland 🔥 Very high risk of wildfire in these areas for 20-21 March. Even the smallest spark can become a wildfire. Help protect our landscapes, wildlife, and rural communities. Share to help spread the word. #NoHarmlessFires
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@scotgovMar 19
We are investing an additional £26 million for @CashBackScot projects. CashBack for Communities uses money recovered from the proceeds of crime to reinvest in communities.
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The Scottish Courts and Tribunals Service (SCTS) is seeking members of the public to join our User Panel. If you’ve used any SCTS services, whether attending court, paying a fine, or services online, your input can help shape future digital improvements. bit.ly/40Hhhmr
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Community Safety Minister Siobhian Brown visited @ScranAcademy and @PiltonYouthProj to announce £26 million for #CashBackforCommunities projects. @CashBackScot turns proceeds of crime into life changing opportunities for young people. gov.scot/news/seized-crimina…
Minister for Community Safety Siobhian Brown, young people and project leads from Scran Academy and Pilton Youth & Childrens Project hold a banner which says "£26 million for communities across Scotland". They were launching the latest phase of CashBack for Communities projects.

ALT Minister for Community Safety Siobhian Brown, young people and project leads from Scran Academy and Pilton Youth & Childrens Project hold a banner which says "£26 million for communities across Scotland". They were launching the latest phase of CashBack for Communities projects.

Community Safety Minister Siobhian Brown laughs with Chelsea of Scran Academy whilst making cookies.

ALT Community Safety Minister Siobhian Brown laughs with Chelsea of Scran Academy whilst making cookies.

Community Safety Minister Siobhian Brown speaks with young people involved with Scran Academy as the Chair of Scran, John Loughton, looks on.

ALT Community Safety Minister Siobhian Brown speaks with young people involved with Scran Academy as the Chair of Scran, John Loughton, looks on.

A Scran Academy chef assists two teenage boys making cookies.

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The Scottish Crime & Justice Survey 2024-25 shows a 42% decrease in violent and property crime since 2008. Almost 5,000 adults across Scotland shared their experiences and perceptions of crime, including incidents not reported to police. ➡️ow.ly/HNkr50Yvaxw
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42% decrease in property & violent crime since 2008

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37% decrease in violent crime

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Justice Secretary @AConstance23 officially launched Scotland's National Social Work Agency on World Social Work Day, marking a significant shift in how the social work profession is supported, developed and championed nationally. Read👉 ow.ly/HGII50YvlRo
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@ScotGovFMMar 13
We remember the 16 children and their teacher who lost their lives in the Dunblane school shooting, 30 years on. First Minister @JohnSwinney expressed his condolences to the families who lost loved ones and thanked those who campaigned to make sure the tragedy is never repeated.
Quote from First Minister John Swinney that reads: I will never forget that day. My thoughts, my prayers, and my deepest condolences go out to everyone impacted by that terrible tragedy. And my most heartfelt thanks go out to all who took action, to ensure it might never happen again.

ALT Quote from First Minister John Swinney that reads: I will never forget that day. My thoughts, my prayers, and my deepest condolences go out to everyone impacted by that terrible tragedy. And my most heartfelt thanks go out to all who took action, to ensure it might never happen again.

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Justice Secretary @AConstance23 has welcomed the appointment of Fiona Taylor to lead an independent Commission which will consider how to safely and effectively criminalise the purchase of sex. Read more: ow.ly/xchR50Ysjqe
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