Report Summary
This report provides members of the Scottish Police Authority with an overview of evolving demand associated with the policing of events.
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Meeting
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Meeting of the Scottish Police Authority - 30 July 2026
Date : 30 July 2026
Location : Caledonian Suite, COSLA, Verity House, 19 Haymarket Yards, Edinburgh, EH12 5BH
Strategic Alignment
Strategic alignment to strategic police plan and other key enabling strategies
Strategic outcome(s)
• Safer Communities
• Less Crime
The successful policing of protests directly contributes to the Operation Evolve 2030 vision objectives of safer communities and less crime.
Alignment to risk register and risk appetite: N/A
Prior governance: Operation Leste – Command Structure
The policing of protest in Scotland is governed through the Operation Leste command structure, which has been in place since August 2025.
Stakeholder engagement
Ongoing engagement with key stakeholders including community groups, elected officials and key partners.
In relation to protest and events, engagement is ongoing with key partners including local authorities and the Home Office, as well as community groups, partner organisations and elected officials.
