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How the service is run

Strategy, policy and direction for Police Scotland is determined by the service's Senior Leadership Board.

The Chief Constable has overall responsibility for the administration and management of police operations.

She is supported by the service's Chief Police Officers and Senior Police Staff.

Individually they bring a wide range of professional expertise to strategy and policy-making. Together they set the agenda that inspires and drives the service.
 
The Scottish Police Authority (SPA) was established under the Police and Fire Reform (Scotland) Act 2012 to maintain policing, promote policing principles and continuous improvement of policing.

They hold the Chief Constable to account for the policing of Scotland.

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Our 2030 vision

Safer communities, less crime, supported victims and a thriving workforce. Read about our 2030 vision and three-year plan.

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Recruitment events

Police Scotland support those who wish to become police officers, special constables or police staff by hosting various online and in-person recruitment events throughout the year.

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Disclosure Scheme

Worried that your partner or the partner of someone you know might have an abusive past? You have the #RightToAsk.

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Help Us Improve

If you've reported domestic abuse, rape or sexual crimes to us, we'd appreciate your feedback on the service we provided.

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Accessibility Statement

Police Scotland has been working to make its websites more accessible - read our accessibility statement.

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Your Police

Help shape policing in your local area.

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