SC Scotland has published its annual report for 2024/25—a year of challenge, resilience, and impact across Scotland's community safety sector.
Despite operating with just two full-time staff supported by colleagues from Fair Collective, the organisation delivered 448 attendances across eight Lunchtime Learning sessions, brought 77 professionals together at the annual conference with COSLA, and contributed evidence to national anti-social behaviour policy through the Independent Working Group on Antisocial Behaviour (IWGASB).
The year also saw pioneering work on the Place Standard Tool in partnership with Public Health Scotland, with pilot sessions in three communities generating actionable local priorities.
It wasn't without difficulty. The departure of the Chief Officer early in the year created a period of uncertainty, resolved in June when Dave Shea—previously Head of National Development—stepped into the role. The team maintained operations throughout, though it required exceptional dedication.
The report also reflects on what members valued most: the connections made, knowledge shared, and practical support that helps CSPs deliver safer communities. From helping to facilitate the launch of Moray's Youth Engagement Bus to assisting in Orkney's CSP reestablishment, the impact extended far beyond the numbers.
Alongside publishing the annual report, SC Scotland is introducing its rebrand from Scottish Community Safety Network (SCSN) to Safer Communities Scotland (SC Scotland)—a new name that better reflects the organisation's mission and reach. The redesigned website at scscotland.org.uk includes an expanded Knowledge Hub and Community Safety Directory to better serve the network.
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