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Neighbourhood Watch Scotland

is a community led initiative to bring local people together to address crime and other community safety issues. Neighbourhood Watch groups often liaise with the local police, the local authority and other agencies. The concept originated in the United States and was introduced into the UK in the 1980s.

Behind it lies a very simple idea; Working together can help to improve your community. Neighbourhood Watches can be large, covering most of the households on an estate, or they might involve just a few houses. They may meet frequently, or keep in touch via e-mail or social media. There really is no ‘one size fits all’ approach to Neighbourhood Watch. Neighbourhood Watch adapts to fit the community it serves. Quite simply it’s “Your Watch, Your Way”

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Firework Safety


October 15th, 2024


While many enjoy Bonfire Night, fireworks can be harmful if used incorrectly.
To help keep everyone safe firework restrictions are in place.

Community Fayre – Birnam


October 5th, 2024


The Neighbourhood Watch Scotland team joined Dunkeld, Birnam & District Community Trust and other organisations today at their Community Fayre, which they organised as part of the Silver Sunday national campaign.

Royal Bank of Scotland Empower Digital Event – Livingston


October 2nd, 2024


The Neighbourhood Watch Scotland team were at the Royal Bank of Scotland's Livingston Branch in West Lothian earlier today with Police, Trading Standards and Citizen Advice for their Empower Digital Event.

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