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Oct 7, 20240 min read
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Peter McLagan - Scotland's First Black Member of Parliament
Peter McLagan was born in Demerara (now part of Guyana) in 1823, His mother was an enslaved woman living on a plantation owned by his...
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Oct 4, 20242 min read
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Slavery, freedom or perpetual servitude? - the Joseph Knight case
Transcription of image:Â Extract, Joseph Knight against Sir John Wedderburn of Ballendean Bar[onet]. 1774. At Perth the twentieth day of...
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Oct 3, 20245 min read
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Did You Know - Marbai Ardesir Vaki
Marbai Ardesir Vakil, born 1868 in Bombay (Mumbai), India, was the first female Asian graduate of the University of Glasgow, obtaining an...
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Oct 2, 20241 min read
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A Seat at the Table? Interrogating EDI work with Dr. rashné limki and Dr. Salima Bhimani
In this episode of Undersong – Race and Conversations Other-wise, Dr. Shaira Vadasaria speaks to Dr. rashné limki and Dr. Salima Bhimani...
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Oct 2, 20241 min read
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Shining a Light: Police Scotland's Commitment to Accountability and Impactful Change
The latest Police Scotland Professional Standards Department Quarterly Performance Report highlighted several key areas. The report...
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Jun 3, 20242 min read
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Analysing the Impact: A Closer Look at the HMICS Constabulary Report on Wellbeing
The recent HM Inspectorate of Constabulary in Scotland (HMICS) report on frontline well-being in policing across Scotland has highlighted...
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May 29, 20242 min read
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Analysing the Impact: A Closer Look at the Chief Constable's Report
As per the Chief Constable’s Report dated May 23, 2024, several key points were discussed regarding the Police Service, policing, and the...
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May 23, 20242 min read
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Breaking Barriers: Improving Police Response to Domestic Abuse Among South Asian Women in Scotland
Domestic abuse is a major issue in Scotland, and the police play a crucial role in responding to this problem. However, the experiences...
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May 3, 20241 min read
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Embracing Neurodiversity: A Call for Autism Acceptance and Police Training
This article supports Autism Acceptance Month, which is celebrated every April. It aims to raise awareness about autism and promote...
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Apr 30, 20243 min read
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Behind the Badge: The Unique Challenges of Being a Police Officer and Parent of an Autistic Child
I want to introduce a short story during autism awareness month from a member who is not only a police officer but also a parent to an...
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Apr 29, 20243 min read
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Stephen Lawrence Day: How Can We Reflect and Take Action for Change?"
Stephen Lawrence Day is a national day of remembrance in the United Kingdom, held on April 22 each year. The day honours the life and...
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Apr 22, 20243 min read
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Breaking Barriers with Empathy: The Tale of a Police Officer in Scotland
In a land of tartan and kilts, he stood tall, A police officer with a language barrier, after all. A non-native speaker striving to...
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Mar 29, 20241 min read
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Ramadan Reflections: Our Commitment to Supporting You
by PS Colin Thapar As Police Officers, we often have to work long and demanding shifts without even a moment to rest or eat. But can you...
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Mar 15, 20243 min read
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Lunar New Year 2024 Celebrations in Scotland: A Guide for the unfamiliar
By PC Suzanne Ng PC Suzanne Ng - Police Scotland Don't be alarmed if you were in Scotland on February 10, 2024, and you saw red lanterns,...
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Feb 13, 20244 min read
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Shining Bright: Exploring the Traditions and Significance of Diwali
Diwali, also known as the Festival of Lights, is one of India's most significant and widely celebrated festivals. It is a time of joy,...
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Nov 12, 20233 min read
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Breaking Digital Barriers
How SEMPER Scotland, Forth Valley Police and Vodafone Helped Uplift Communities Black History Month is celebrated every year in...
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Nov 3, 20233 min read
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The Glasgow Girls Documentary: A Powerful Tale of Activism and Lessons for All
Introduction: In 2005, a group of teenage girls from Glasgow, Scotland, became unlikely heroes in the fight for justice and equality....
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Oct 30, 20233 min read
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Across the Waters
"Across the Waters" is a captivating and emotionally resonant documentary that chronicles the journey of a young Pakistani woman who...
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Oct 27, 20232 min read
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