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Published: 27 November 2025

Strategic Policing Plan for Scotland 2026-2029 - Consultation Draft

Report Summary

The roles and responsibilities of the Scottish Police Authority (the Authority) and Police Scotland in relation to strategic planning are set out in the Police and Fire Reform (Scotland) Act 2012 at Sections 34 and 35.

Under the Act, the Authority is responsible for producing a Strategic Police Plan and involves the Chief Constable of Police Scotland in developing it.

The alignment of strategic direction, priorities for policing, planning and performance assessment is articulated in this Plan.

This Strategic Police Plan for Scotland requires ministerial approval prior to publication and laying before Parliament.

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Contents

Foreword

Strategic Context and Alignment

Strategic Outcomes for Policing

Values and Core Delivery Principles

Delivery Mechanisms

Oversight of Implementation and Reporting


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