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An anti-racism protest which took place in Glasgow city centre today passed without major incident. Police Scotland officers had a significant operation in place to ensure the safety of the public and to minimise disruption. For more orlo.uk/WOq8k
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Serving Police Scotland officers have been recognised by His Majesty the King in his Birthday Honours for their distinguished service to policing. Read more ➡️ orlo.uk/DUxuA
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Officers investigating disorder at the Scottish Cup Quarter Final between Rangers and Celtic on Sunday, 8 March, 2026, have made three further arrests orlo.uk/HHEEx
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Police Scotland is preparing for a significant anti-racism protest expected to take place in Glasgow tomorrow. Read the statement from Assistant Chief Constable Alan Waddell here: orlo.uk/KLMLR
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Do you have the skills to be a police officer? 👮🏼‍♀️ Take the first steps towards becoming a police officer and join us at our recruitment event at Inverness Divisional Headquarters on Monday, 29 June, 2026 from 5.30pm – 7.30pm. Register today 👉🏻 orlo.uk/APghH
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A woman has been arrested and charged following the protest activity in the Main Street area of Greenock on Wednesday, 10 June. The 32-year-old woman was charged with a hate crime. She is due to appear at Greenock Sheriff Court on Friday, 12 June. More: orlo.uk/uCdvz
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Police were made aware of protest activity in the Main Street area of Greenock on the evening of Wednesday, 10 June, 2026. Three officers sustained minor injuries after items were thrown at them and two police vehicles were damaged. More: orlo.uk/XtCrx
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🧵 | Deputy Chief Constable Alan Speirs provided an update at the Scottish Police Authority Performance Committee yesterday on progress to deliver for Scotland's communities over the past year, despite increased pressures. Watch 📺 ⬇️ orlo.uk/Oea27

Policing Performance Committee - 10 June 2026

The Policing Performance Committee covers a range of operational po...

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We maintained an average answer time of eight seconds for emergency 999 calls, despite an 8.6% increase in call volume.
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Read more about Police Scotland's performance in 2025 / 2026 ⬇️ scotland.police.uk/what-s-ha…

Police Scotland delivers for Scotland’s communities despite increased pressures during 2025 - 2026

Police Scotland has published Chief Constable Jo Farrell's 2025-26 Annual Assessment of Policing, along with our 2025-26 Quarter 4 Performance Report.

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Work in the first year since the establishment of the dedicated Retail Crime Taskforce to detect over 5,000 shoplifting crimes.
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Demonstrations were held in a number of locations across Scotland last night, Tuesday, 9 June, 2026. Three men, aged 31, 18 and 18 have been arrested and charged in connection with various offences in Glasgow during the evening. Statement: orlo.uk/AiWp9
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Officers investigating the disorder on the pitch following Celtic’s Premiership title win on Saturday, 16 May, 2026 have made a further arrest. A 38-year-old man has been arrested and charged in connection with a breach of the peace offence. Read more: orlo.uk/7isTh
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Three males have been convicted of the murder of 16-year-old Kayden Moy from East Kilbride. Kayden died in hospital after being stabbed on Irvine Beach on Saturday, 17 May, 2025. Click here: orlo.uk/mDeCE
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Officers investigating disorder at the Scottish Cup Quarter Final between Rangers and Celtic on Sunday, 8 March, 2026, have made six further arrests orlo.uk/WX2dJ
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We're supporting the NPCC 2Wheel Operation, a UK-wide road safety & enforcement campaign 🏍️ Nicola Ross shares tips and safety advice for those using their motorbikes during the busy summer months. Watch now 👇🏻 orlo.uk/y17bV

Summer motorbiking tips

Some tips for making the most of your riding this summer.

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