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Events and Insights

A key element of oversight within technology in policing is creating the space to consider the implication for human rights and the public impact of each technology. Here you can look back on some of the events we have held in this area, and read some of the first-person insights from internal and external guest authors.

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Insight: Scott Ross, SPA Head of Change and Operational Scrutiny

An insight blog by the SPA's Head of Change and Operational Scrutiny setting out how Police Scotland and the Scottish Police Authority can embrace new and emerging technology while building public confidence in policing.

 Find out more about Scott Ross, SPA Head of Change and Operational Scrutiny: Advocacy for and Overseeing the Adoption of Technology for a Policing Purpose

Event: New and Emerging Technologies in Policing

The Scottish Police Authority and Police Scotland hosted a virtual Roundtable event on Thursday 10 February 2022 on the theme of New and Emerging Technologies in Policing. The event can be watched here.

 Find out more about New and Emerging Technologies in Policing

Event: Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Policing

The “Artificial Intelligence in Policing – Governance and Oversight” event was held on 26 February 2021, focussing on the emerging issue of Artificial Intelligence (AI) use in policing.

 Find out more about Artificial Intelligence in Policing - Governance and Oversight