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Addressing the harmful effects of violent crime is a priority for Police Scotland. Over the past year we've focussed on addressing the causes of violence and safeguarding young people from committing or becoming victims of violent crime.
Find out more ➡️ https://t.co/SzzbTTWp0y
Chief Inspector Scott Robertson highlighted the vital role officers, staff and volunteers play in supporting Orkney’s communities during a visit from Justice Secretary Neil Gray MSP.
Read more ➡️ https://t.co/SAYayVfHzN (1/2)
A career with purpose starts here 🚓
If you've got the skills, passion and resilience, a career with Police Scotland could be for you.
We're recruiting now. Ready for a job like no other? Apply today.
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#AJobLikeNoOther
Don’t forget to sign up to our online recruitment event for Caithness – speak to our team of recruitment specialists and find out why a career with the police is #AJobLikeNoOther.
⏰ Tuesday, 14 July 2026 between 6.30pm - 8pm
Find out more ➡️ https://t.co/5pALsGTycI
Do you have the skills to be a police officer? 👮🏼♀️
Take the first steps towards becoming a police officer and join us at our online, local recruitment event for Caithness on Tuesday, 14 July, 2026 between 6.30pm – 8pm.
Sign up now ➡️ https://t.co/dH6ur8JagW
Matthew Blair, aged 30, has been jailed for over 9 years for rape and sexual assaults against 3 women in #Inverness which took place between June, 2022 and January, 2024.
Read more at: https://t.co/7Jf0XSetd3
Do you have the skills to be a police officer? 👮🏼♀️
Take the first steps towards becoming a police officer and join us at our recruitment event at Inverness Divisional Headquarters on Monday, 29 June, 2026 from 5.30pm – 7.30pm.
Register today 👉🏻 https://t.co/lH9Ry69HBN
Officers in Inverness are looking to trace the owner of this dog.
The male dog was found on Firth View Road, Inverness, in the evening of Tuesday, 9 June, 2026 and is with officers in the Burnett Road Police Station.
Please get in touch on 101 if you know who it belongs to.
Two men and woman have been arrested and charged following a serious assault in the Brudes Hill area.
The incident happened around 2pm on Thurs 14 May when a 48-year-old man was taken to hospital for treatment.
They are due to appear in court on Mon 18 May.
🚨 Don’t miss our upcoming Special Constable event where you can meet the team, learn more about the role & discuss the recruitment process.
📆 Sat 9 May, 10:00am - 12pm / 2pm - 4pm
📍Scottish Police College, Tulliallan
Visit ➡️ https://t.co/VO81tTRi4F
Looking for a rewarding volunteer role?
Join our Special Constable event where you'll meet the team, learn more about the role & discuss the recruitment process.
📆 Sat 9 May, 10:00am - 12pm / 2pm - 4pm
📍Scottish Police College, Tulliallan
Visit ➡️ https://t.co/q81JGaLwWl
Policing and volunteering as a Special Constable in Orkney offers a truly unique career supporting your community.
📍 Online (Teams)
⏰ Thursday 26 March, 6:30–8pm
Hear from recruitment specialists and the Orkney Drugs Dog charity.
Register now 👉🏻 https://t.co/esU3sRAelC
Looking for a new career? Wanting to understand the recruitment process before applying?
Come along to our online recruitment event for Shetland Islands, Wed 4 March, 6.30pm-8pm
Meet our recruitment team who'll answer questions you might have 👇🏻
https://t.co/8fYW3YCbwS
Road Policing officers are appealing for information after a serious crash in Inverness.
The incident happened around 3.50pm on Wednesday, 25 February, 2026 at the junction of Southside Road and Kingsmill Road.
More information: https://t.co/JHeUX9Aipl
Policing in Shetland offers a career like no other.
Join our online recruitment event:
📍Wed 4 March
⏰ 6:30-8pm
Speak to our recruitment team and get your questions answered. Register now 👉🏻 https://t.co/Gp5I0fP4dN