Police Scotland
Safer communities, less crime, supported victims
and a thriving workforce
Police Scotland
Safer communities, less crime, supported victims and a thriving workforce
What is Neighbourhood Alert?
Stay connected and informed with Neighbourhood Alert – a free community messaging service used by Police Scotland.
Police Scotland is responsible for policing across the whole of Scotland with a unique range of urban, rural, island and remote communities.
Police Scotland is working in partnership with Neighbourhood Watch to deliver Neighbourhood Alerts across the country.
Neighbourhood Alert is a free messaging system that helps us keep you informed about policing matters in your area. Once you have registered for Neighbourhood Alert you will begin to receive alerts relevant to your geographical location, directly from your local community police officers.
How do I sign up to receive Alert messages?
To register please complete the sign-up form and follow the steps prompted.
How much does it cost?
The system is completely free to all users.
Your community team
Every area of Scotland has a community policing team. You can talk to them about:
- issues affecting your neighbourhood
- non-emergencies
- local patrols
- crime prevention advice
- how we work with other local services
- support you can get after an incident
Find your local community policing team on the Police Scotland website.
Your Police survey
We recognise the importance of understanding the views and priorities of Scotland's diverse communities.
This survey is a way for us to listen to the needs of our diverse communities. Let us know what we’re getting right and what we can do better. Complete the Your Police survey here.
Please contact us if you require the survey in an alternative format: InsightEngagement@scotland.pnn.police.uk
Find out more about Police Scotland’s vision
Our 2030 vision for policing is of an organisation focused on safer communities, less crime, supported victims, and a thriving workforce. Visit the Police Scotland website to read about the 2030 Vision.
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Police Scotland works in partnership with Neighbourhood Watch Scotland to bring you Alerts. You can find out more about Neighbourhood Watch Scotland here.
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Community Roundup Video
Dear {FIRST_NAME}, This week, the North East Command Area is pleased to share a special roundup video highlighting some of...
Strathyre Primary School speeding awareness event
For many communities, speeding is a priority, particularly in areas with 20mph speed limits.On 15/05/2026 Strathyre Primary...
Speed checks in Croftamie
Forth & Endrick Community Officers were out carrying out speed checks in Croftamie as part of our ongoing commitment to...
Attempted Theft of Horsebox – Aberchirder
Police Scotland are investigating an attempted theft of horsebox that occurred in the Aberchirder area during the evening of...
Speed checks in Strathblane
Forth & Endrick Community Officers were out this morning carrying out speed checks in Strathblane as part of our ongoing...
Crime Prevention Event : Mon 25 May 11:00
Dear {FIRST_NAME}, Your local Community Policing Team will be at Dalbeattie Post Office on 25th May 2026 from...
Crime Prevention Event : Thu 21 May 12:30
Dear {FIRST_NAME}, Your local Community Policing Team will be at New Galloway Town Hall on 21st May 2026 from...
Crime Prevention Event : Wed 20 May 11:00
Dear {FIRST_NAME}, Your local Community Policing Team will be at Castle Douglas Post Office on 20th May 2026 from...
Fuel Thefts
Fuel theft is a significant and wide-ranging crime problem that affects many different areas, people and businesses across the...
Investment Scams
Cryptocurrency Scam Warning: Protect Your Money The North East Crime Reduction Team are urging the public to be vigilant...
GPS unit theft
Good afternoon {FULL_NAME} As we have seen a rise in the theft of GPS units across the UK, I wanted to remind all those who...
Break In – Information Appeal
Dear {FIRST_NAME}, A theft by housebreaking occurred between 2300 hours on 08/05/2026 and 0730 hours on 09/05/2026...
Farming Community Engagement Forum : Wed 27 May 18:00
Dear {FIRST_NAME}, On Wednesday 27th May 2026 your Local Community Policing Team will be at Killearn Village Hall,...
Rosyth Community Officer introduction
Good afternoon, Just a quick message to introduce your local Community Police Officers PC Kay Parter and PC Sam Mackay. We...
Shut Out Scammers event – Morrisons, East Kilbride
Dear {FIRST_NAME}, Neighbourhood Watch Scotland is delighted to be joining Police Scotland and the Trading Standards...
National Rural Crime Update
Community Police - Information Update - Forth Valley Police Rural Crime Prevention Property Marking...
Anti-social behaviour intervention
Good afternoon all Yesterday evening (06/05/2026) local Community and Response Police Officers intervened and prevented a...
Community Alert
⚠️ Community Alert ⚠️ There have been recent concerns about house break-ins in the areas of Fauldhouse,...
Information Appeal – Careless/Antisocial Driving
{FIRST_NAME} Officers in Balfron are appealing for information after receiving a report of a vehicle being driven in an...
E Division Retail crime taskforce
The Edinburgh Retail Crime Task Force have been carrying out plain clothes patrols across the city to tackle retail crime and...
Community Roundup Video
Dear {FIRST_NAME}, This week, the South West Command Area is pleased to share a special roundup video highlighting some of...
Kinross-shire & Almond & Earn Community Policing – April 2026
Hello all, For those of you who don’t know me, I am PC Samson, one of your community Police Officers for the...
Rise in Fuel Thefts
Police Scotland continue to see a rise in fuel thefts across all areas of the country. This can largely be attributed to recent...
National Rural Crime Update – Fuel Theft Awareness and Guidance
FUEL THEFT INCREASE Police Scotland Crime Prevention Officers continue to see a rise in...