Police Scotland recorded 65,251 incidents of domestic abuse in 2020-21, an increase of 4% compared to the previous year.
Rise in Recorded Domestic Abuse Incidents in Scotland
Under 18? Your Human Rights at Protests #COP26
“The right to protest is important as it gives people the opportunity to create change.” – Emma
Rise in Assaults on Police in Scotland
There were 6,942 recorded assaults on Police officers and staff in Scotland over this last year.
“I would like to thank the victims for having the strength to come forward”
Detective Chief Inspector Donald Macdonald, of Police Scotland’s Public Protection Unit has thanked the victims of an Orkney man who has been sentenced to 10 years for serious sexual abuse offences .
SEPA Cyber Attack: Stolen Information Illegally Published
“We’ve been clear that we won’t use public finance to pay serious and organised criminals intent on disrupting public services and extorting public funds”
Positive Covid Cases Recorded In All Of Scotland’s Health Board Areas Today
Every Health Board in Scotland has recorded positive test results for Covid today, 8th of January. Orkney’s cumulative total now stands at 42.
Police Scotland Statement on Cross Border Travel Ban
“Today, I have authorised the doubling of our operational presence in the Border areas of Scotland.”
Cannabis Plants worth £30,000 Seized in Eday Raid
A 57-year-old man has been arrested and charged in connection with this recovery. He is due at Kirkwall Sheriff Court at a later date.A full report will be sent to the Procurator Fiscal.
Stromness Stushie
Wednesday morning saw the Police meeting the ferry in Stromness.
SEPA Cracks Down on Online Scamming Waste Operators
“We know that illegal activity places further stress on legitimate operators – especially where services are being pushed through social media and other channels.”
