Was Scotland’s largest regional police force before merging into Police Scotland in 2013; today discussed in the context of policing reform and public safety in Scotland.
Police Scotland’s anti-corruption inquiry into PC Alan Greer has identified eight more victims, including five sex workers, all attacked off duty. A BBC Disclosure investigation has shown Greer used hundreds of sex workers across his career. Investigations continue to establish full extent of offending and provide support to victims.
Official data shows a drop in youth violence and knife offences among under-18s in Scotland, reflecting a 2024/25 low in homicides. Yet high-profile cases and social media glorification keep fear alive, and a police group is teaching eight-year-olds about violence consequences as public safety remains paramount.