The Latest Breaking News from Police Scotland

Police Scotland see number of applications to join force drop by more than half

The data was revealed in a Freedom of Information request by the justice and social affairs magazine, 1919. On Friday, the Scottish Police Federation began what it called its "most overt demonstration of action" in 100 years as officers withdrew their goodwill in a pay dispute

Edinburgh Live · Jul 5, 2022

Police Scotland applicants drop by more than half since last year

Police Scotland's withdrawal of 'goodwill' has been described as the “most overt demonstration of action” in more than 100 years, with officers not starting their shifts early or taking radio equipment home when their duty ends.

Glasgow Live · Jul 5, 2022

Police Scotland 'a less attractive career choice' as applications to join drop by half

The findings come amid a pay dispute which has seen Police Scotland officers withdraw their "goodwill".

Daily Record · Jul 5, 2022

Two drivers warned by cops after 'go slow' protests for cheaper fuel take place on Scots motorways

Officers confirmed that two cars - an Audi and a BMW - were stopped by officers during the M8 protest near Newbridge in Edinburgh.

Daily Record · Jul 4, 2022

Dramatic footage captures Scottish gang smashing up parked car with weapons

The incident occurred on Kirkland Park, Fife, on Monday night, June 27, and shows a trio of people getting out of a van which speeds down the street and then grinds to a halt, as the men begin smashing it up with weapons

Edinburgh Live · Jul 4, 2022

Armed police swoop on Scottish street amid reports of 'firearm being discharged'

A heavy police presence was spotted on Mayfield Crescent, Leslie, Fife, on Sunday, July 3, with images showing multiple vehicles parked close to the scene and armed officers preparing themselves

Edinburgh Live · Jul 4, 2022

Boy, 15, seriously assaulted at Calvin Harris Hampden Park gig

Police are investigating the incident at Scotland's national stadium on Saturday evening. The boy was rushed to hospital for treatment. His current condition is unknown.

Glasgow Live · Jul 3, 2022

Armed police swoop on Scots street amid reports of 'firearm being discharged'

Police responded to reports in the Mayfield Crescent area of Leslie, Fife, at around 12pm on Sunday, July 3.

Daily Record · Jul 3, 2022

Police appeal to identify man after body was discovered in Glencoe

POLICE are seeking information to help identify a man whose body was discovered in the Highlands.

The National (Scotland) · Jul 3, 2022

Dramatic pictures show car narrowly escape rolling into river after spinning off Scots road

Emergency services raced to Gordon's Mills Road in the Tillydrone area of Aberdeen at around 6.30pm on Friday, July 1.

Daily Record · Jul 2, 2022