That the Parliament regrets that cuts to police officer numbers have disproportionately fallen on local divisions, reducing the number of officers on the frontline; is deeply concerned about reports of rising crime, particularly violent crime; recognises that the proportion of people reporting that they feel safe after dark is at the lowest point on record; considers that failures to modernise the court system and support mental health care have resulted in a poor use of police officer time, which should be focused on reducing crime; believes that there is a need to restore community policing, and calls for the creation of community and crime prevention officers in every council ward in Scotland.
Supported by:
Paul Sweeney
Submitted by: Angela Constance, Almond Valley, Scottish National Party, Date lodged: Tuesday, February 10, 2026
Supported by: Siobhian Brown
Current status: Taken in the chamber on Wednesday, February 11, 2026
Submitted by: Liam Kerr, North East Scotland, Scottish Conservative and Unionist Party, Date lodged: Tuesday, February 10, 2026
Current status: Taken in the chamber on Wednesday, February 11, 2026