Having an ‘open door policy’ is only part of the equation. The reality is, only a few come through it, particularly the more you’re promoted. It’s important to go to people, test what you’re being told, engage staff and partners, and actually listen. If not, nothing will change.

I am so pleased to see this posthumous award for Special Constable Shields, a retired Police Inspector (mine). He epitomised everything of a good leader - compassion, commitment, drive to do the right thing and the ability to listen to everyone around him. RIP Sir. ScotsPolFed

Remembering PC Kirsty Nelis, PC Tony Collins and Captain David Traill, of Police Scotland, who died on duty on this day in 2013 in the #Clutha tragedy. And remembering all those who lost their lives that day #PoliceFamily #LestWeForget

Remembering PC George Taylor, of Strathclyde Police, who was killed on duty on this day in 1976 #LestWeForget Police Remembrance Trust

Best wishes for the next phase in your career. We will miss your experience and humanity. Tannahill Centre @FerguslieC Paisley North Community Council Cllr Carolann Davidson Cllr Jamie McGuire 🇬🇧 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Edward Grady Alison S Taylor, MP - Paisley Renfrewshire North

Today's parade will see 138 Police Scotland officers complete initial training. The new recruits have spent 13 weeks at the Scottish Police College, learning legislation, improving their physical fitness and developing key skills in communication. #LifeOfAProbationer

Today, Community Policing Officers carried out road safety action in Greenock. Several drivers were warned and one issued with a speeding ticket following a speed check on Cloch Road. More info from @roadsafetyscotland 👉orlo.uk/P9o8S

“SPA Forensic Services are the biggest public sector provider of forensic services in Europe, if not the world.. they really are world-leading, real ground-breaking science”. The words from Scottish Biometrics Commissioner Dr Brian Plastow at the recent Scottish Police Authority Board Meeting.

A male was arrested in Paisley on the evening of 19/12/2024 after reports of someone trying to access parked vehicles. Officers conducted an area search with the assistance of the dog unit, and the male was traced in garden nearby.

The #HerbertProtocol is a prepopulated form made available to the police in the event of a person suffering from Dementia going missing. The form records details such as medication, mobile numbers, places previously located & a photograph & may help locate the person quicker.

Please take the time to offer your views which will inform our national conversation on the potential use of #LiveFacialRecognition We are keen to get a broad range of opinions which reflect those held by all of Scotland’s communities. 👇

@watersafetyscotland is hosting a FREE water safety event at this World Drowning Prevention Day. Head to Loch Lomond Shores on the 25th of July for fun and interactive activities orlo.uk/odQ61 #DrowningPrevention #WaterSafety

Went out last night to meet up with some volunteers I know from HM Coastguard to learn about their invaluable work and ended up witnessing it first hand when a vessel lost power. Incredible response by all the volunteers, including RNLI 👏

With two weeks until I officially retire from the police, I was proud to be invited to inspect Class 3 at their Pass Out and it was so great to hear from them and see their enthusiasm. It was humbling to be at the home of Scottish Policing, where my own career started in 1996.