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Officers have been targeting antisocial behaviour and the use of illegal e-bikes in the Wester Hailes area. They have been supported by colleagues from the dog unit, motorcycle unit and have also used a drone. Click for more: orlo.uk/1YWKj
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This weekend our Special Constables have been assisting colleagues in SW Edinburgh.
They acted as a supplement to support regular colleagues during what was a high demand weekend period attending and helping with a number incidents.
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- Located and helped safeguard a vulnerable male, ensuring he made it home safely.
- Assisted a stranded pregnant female with a young child with organising recovery after her car suffered a puncture.
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- Supported an area search for a suspect wanted in connection with an assault.
- Traced a driver who did not have valid motor insurance and another who was driving without a valid MOT and had a defective tyre.
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🚨 Don’t miss our upcoming Special Constable event where you can meet the team, learn more about the role & discuss the recruitment process.
📆 Sat 9 May, 10:00am - 12pm / 2pm - 4pm
📍Scottish Police College, Tulliallan
Visit ➡️ orlo.uk/4Bueu
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Wondering what’s happening in the South West of the city? 🚔
Take a look at our latest update to see how we’re supporting local communities every day 🌆
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Looking for a rewarding volunteer role?
Join our Special Constable event where you'll meet the team, learn more about the role & discuss the recruitment process.
📆 Sat 9 May, 10:00am - 12pm / 2pm - 4pm
📍Scottish Police College, Tulliallan
Visit ➡️ orlo.uk/olz2R
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📢 Community Drop‑In Surgery – All Welcome
Please join us at St Brides Centre,
📍 10 Orwell Terrace, Edinburgh EH11 2DZ
🗓 Monday 23 March 2026
⏰ 10:30 – 12:00
👍 No appointment needed — just drop in!
Wondering what’s happening in the South West of the city? 🚔
Take a look at our latest update to see how we’re supporting local communities every day 🌆
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From supporting communities to making a real difference every day, policing in Shetland offers a unique and rewarding career.
If you have the passion, resilience and skills, apply today. Roles available across Scotland.
Apply today 👉🏼 policescotland-spacareers.ta…
With sports matches taking place over the weekend, we’re reminding everyone to enjoy the day safely. If you see something that doesn’t feel right tell staff, security or police.
You won’t be wasting our time. Report concerns: orlo.uk/DZRAK
In an emergency, call 999.
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#ProjectServator officers were deployed to Murrayfield Stadium ahead of #SixNations this weekend 🏉 🏴
Officers spoke with security partners, contractors & local businesses to encourage them to be extra vigilant around suspicious activity.
Read more 👉🏻 orlo.uk/RN67s
ALT Project Servator officers were deployed to Murrayfield Stadium ahead of Six Nations Rugby game this weekend. Image shows two uniformed officers outside the Scottish Rugby Stadium with a Project Servator information sign.
ALT Project Servator police officers standing beside a white van and silver car on a street near Murrayfield Stadium in Edinburgh. A yellow Project Servator information sign is positioned in the foreground, with the stadium visible in the background.
ALT Three Project Servator police officers standing in front of a large rugby themed mural at Murrayfield Stadium in Edinburgh.
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South West Community officers will be at the Balerno Farmers Market on Saturday morning carrying out Bike Marking. Please pop along to see us and get your bike marked. Just bring your smart phone, no need to bring your bike with you. See you there!
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As the #SixNations approaches you may notice an increased police presence, including Project Servator officers, in and around the area 🏉
If something doesn't feel right, report it by speaking to an officer, calling 101 or 999 in an emergency.
Together, we've got it covered.
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Looking for a new career? 🚔
Thinking about joining Police Scotland but want to learn more first?
Join one of our recruitment events and speak directly with our recruitment specialists.
Find out more and take the first step 👉🏻 orlo.uk/TuzFr
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Wondering what’s happening in the South West of the city? 🚔
Take a look at our latest update to see how we’re supporting local communities every day 🌆
Watch, like and share! ♥️
#PoliceScotlandEdinburgh#CommunityPolicing
Episode 3: The Impact of Sexual Crime – out now!
Ally Heather speaks to Detective Inspector Danny Clark to find out what it’s like investigating sexual crimes in Scotland.
What is red flag behaviour?
How can guys make a difference?
🎧 Check out the full episode 👇🏻
🎙️Spotify - orlo.uk/XvVPI
🎥YouTube - orlo.uk/gqIm8#DontBeThatGuy
🚨 New episode out now!
Ally Heather talks to Scottish comedian James Gardner about life online 📱
James talks about going viral on TikTok, dating in the digital age, why “alpha male” influencers on social media are the perfect target for comedy, predators in the comedy industry, and why the way some guys behave on the internet would be ridiculous in real life.
🎧 Check out the full episode 👇🏻
Spotify - orlo.uk/fsHCR
YouTube - orlo.uk/dDTnF#DontBeThatGuy
Looking to grow your skills and make a real difference?
Volunteer as a Special Constable with Police Scotland.
Help keep your community safe and gain real-world experience that fits around your schedule.
Apply now ➡️orlo.uk/7XpwP
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