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‘Rural Watch Scotland’ is an extension of 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”
NWS had a fantastic time at the Border Union Show in Kelso today. A huge thank you to our partners at Police Scotland Scottish Borders and SPARC (Scottish Partnership Against Rural Crime) who allowed us to share their stall.
We had a great time today at the Sky Family Fun Day in Livingston, where we joined Police Scotland, Andy’s Man Club and The Boys’ Brigade who provided helpful information and advice and highlighted groups in the area.
We had a fabulous time today at Loch Lomond shores for the Water Safety Open Day hosted by Water Safety Scotland and partners where we joined organisations including Water Safety Scotland, RoSPA, RNLI, Scottish Water, Police Scotland, Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS), SFRS Youth Volunteers and Trossachs Search and Rescue to name but a few.
