(7 April 2026) Three in four parents fear their child can't make safe online privacy choices, new research shows. Yet most rarely, if ever, talk to them about it.

(6 April 2026) This report is part of the programme of inspections of Court Custody Provision carried out by HM Inspectorate of Prisons for Scotland (HMIPS). 

(2 April 2026) Following a comprehensive review, CoP guidance on managing offenders is now clearer, more coherent and easier to use - The management of sexual offenders and violent offenders (MOSOVO) authorised professional practice (APP) is the authoritative source of professional practice for policing in this area. It supports police officers, staff and multi-agency partners in managing sexual offenders, violent offenders and potentially dangerous persons.

(31 March 2026) Policing in England and Wales is proposing major reforms on how it handles reports of hate and hostility that fall below the criminal threshold. The current non-crime hate incidents (NCHI) system will be replaced with a new approach to keep individuals and communities safe, while making clear that lawful free speech is not a police matter.

(23 March 2026) Report on visit to HMP and YOI Polmont 4 - 6 August 2025 - Inspection following the Fatal Accident Inquiry Determination in relation to the deaths of William Lindsay (or Brown) and Katie Allan.

(20 March 2026) This Plan sets a clear vision for an anti-racism Scotland: to build a Scotland that actively tackles racism, and where equity, justice, dignity, and respect are upheld for all communities. Systemic change will be led by government and shaped by communities.

(20 March 2026) Artificial Intelligence is reshaping economies, industries and public services around the world. This is our five-year strategy to harness the potential of AI to drive responsible and inclusive growth across our economy and make a positive difference at every level of society.

(18 March 2026) Overview of the activity undertaken in support of the first Hate Crime Strategy delivery plan between 2023 and 2026.

(17 March 2026) West Yorkshire Police and NPCC Digital Public Contact launch new capability. First force in E&W to go live with a new AI capability to extract insight from histrionic control room calls. PCA (Post-Call Analysis) deployed following pilot, introduced as a secure, modular capability that integrates with existing control room processes. It automates routine tasks like transcription and categorisation, while ensuring operation DM remains with trained staff. Key features include repeat caller analysis (providing context around patterns of repeat vs simple call counts); hidden vulnerability detection; compliance monitoring (checking whether crime prevention and forensic preservation advice has been provided, supporting improvement activity following PEEL inspections). Pilot activity found improved capturing of intelligence; better identification of VYL; and increase assurance around compliance with expected advice. During pilot testing, the system identified 21% more calls containing indicators of hidden vulnerability than were previously recorded through standard processes.

(17 March 2026) Facial recognition technology (FRT) plays a significant role in modern-day policing. At the ICO we are scrutinising how it is used in practice to ensure police forces are compliant with data protection law.

(17 March 2026) New charter launches to improve police and media relations - 'Policing and Media Charter'. The charter is the first product designed for both policing and journalists to use, setting shared principles, standards, and expectations that will create national consistency.  Launched 17th March. The charter sets out clear guidance to both police force communication teams and journalists to help them work more effectively together to better interact with the public too.

(17 March 2026) Main findings from the Scottish Crime and Justice Survey 2024/25.

(17 March 2026) This consultation seeks your views on a revised Code of Practice for constables in Scotland exercising search powers conferred by Sections 289, 303C and 303Z21 of the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002. The revised Code aims to provide a clear, consistent, and legally robust framework for the use of these powers.

(13 March 2026) This report outlines the work of the Criminal Justice Committee ("the Committee") during the Parliamentary year from 13 May 2025 to 8 April 2026

(11 March 2026) Police Scotland failed to protect a person’s sensitive personal information. Extraction of the entire contents of a person’s mobile phone found to be excessive and unfair. Lack of adequate policies and procedures contributed to the subsequent unlawful disclosure of sensitive personal information to a third party.