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Published: 19 December 2023

Children and Young People’s Contact with the Police

Report Summary

This provides an overview of Police Scotland's contact with children and young people alongside a comparison with England and Wales 

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Summary

Police Scotland and the Scottish Police Authority are committed to fostering a strong bond of trust between children, young people and the police, and taking steps to build on our efforts to achieve better outcomes for all.

This public briefing provides an overview of the views of policing within Scotland, case studies of engagement initiatives undertaken by Police Scotland and comparison with England and Wales in terms of use of proportionate police powers.


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