SPACE is investing £125,421 in 5 Research Grants and 2 Knowledge Exchange & Dissemination Grants, supporting research on AI, road safety, counter terrorism, violence against older women, policing data and more. Find out more: bit.ly/4pSklIi

🎉 Congratulations to SIPR Director Professor Andrew Wooff on his promotion to Professor at Edinburgh Napier University! A fantastic achievement and recognition of Andrew’s contribution to research, leadership and collaboration across policing and academia. Congratulations from everyone at SIPR!

A big thank you to everyone who joined yesterdays hybrid seminar with Markus Buderath, supported by SIPR. A thought provoking discussion on human rights based policing in Scotland, organisational identity, legitimacy, and the tensions between policy, narrative, and practice. #Policing #SIPR

Great to join colleagues at UWS last week for an engaging afternoon of collaboration, new connections and interdisciplinary discussion. Thanks to everyone who contributed to such valuable conversations around policing, justice, public safety and future research opportunities. #SIPR #SPACE

Join us for a SPACE and Pax Caledonia Network event with Prof. Theo Gavrielides exploring restorative justice and psychosocial approaches to violent radicalisation and extremism. 📅 Thurs 28 May ⏰ 10–11am (UK) Register: events.teams.microsoft.com/event/b35985...

📢 New Research Report Launch: Lights Under a Bushel? Visibility Research for Police Scotland 🎥 Watch Prof.Karen McArdle discuss the report findings and why police visibility matters in contemporary communities. youtu.be/zR6IEieoqTA?... Please read full report here: bit.ly/4tyVI3f

📊 Webinar: Statistical issues in police investigations (incl. healthcare death clusters) 📅 12 June | ⏰ 10–11:30 GMT 🎤 Hutton & Wilson | Chair: McVie Exploring statistical challenges in policing + lessons from the Lucy Letby case 👉 bit.ly/4eryDfj

What happens when human rights become part of a policing brand? On 20 May 2026, Markus Buderath presents: “Human rights-based policing in Scotland: between organisational myth, practical reality, and ‘brand’ value.” Join via Teams: teams.microsoft.com/meet/3969973...

📢 SIPR Main Research Grant Call now open: £40,000 to fund at least 2 projects on technological innovation, harm & human rights in policing. Max £20k per project. Apply by 29 May 2026. Details + apply: bit.ly/4tWW848 #ResearchFunding #SIPR

🚨 New research reveals the scale of technology-facilitated child sexual abuse in Scotland. Over 150,000 children affected, 90,000 faced online solicitation. Experts say this must be treated as a public health emergency. Action is needed now. bit.ly/4cPKqCI

📊 15(ish) Years of the Scottish Crime and Justice Survey Join this one-day workshop exploring 15 years of Scottish Government SCJS data on crime, victimisation and public attitudes. 📅 12 May, 10:00–16:00 📍 University of Stirling 🎟️ www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/15ish-year...

We’re pleased to announce the selected Scottish scholars for ISSPS 2026 🎓 Chosen through a highly competitive process, they bring outstanding research and ideas to the programme 🌍 Well done everyone! We are looking forward to June.

💡 ENGAGEMENT EVENT 💡 Great to be at the University of Edinburgh for a SIPR engagement event. Thoughtful introductions from Dr Alistair Henry & Professor Susan McVie, followed by Dr Andrew Wooff’s overview of SIPR. Positive, collaborative discussions throughout.

🎉 Congratulations to Naser Ojaroudi Parchin on receiving SIPR Early Career Research Grant funding! Great to see emerging researchers supported to deliver impactful, evidence-informed policing research. Looking forward to what comes next. #SIPR #ResearchFunding

Dr Andrew Wooff, Director of SIPR, is speaking today at the Scottish Police Authority’s ‘Promoting Innovation, Trust and Collaboration’ Conference. Sharing insights on evidence-informed policing, partnerships and research driving real impact across Scotland. #Policing #SIPR

Registration is open for SIPC2026. Join experts from across sectors to discuss security, resilience, and protecting critical infrastructure. Sign up :https://bit.ly/40qUIlI #SIPC2026

Great to present SIPR today at the Norwegian Consulate in Edinburgh. Appreciated the discussion on resilience, collaboration, and secure information sharing. Thanks to the team for the warm welcome. #SIPR #Security #Edinburgh

SIPR’s Early Career Researcher Grants are now open on a rolling basis. Early career researchers can apply at any time, offering greater flexibility to support innovative, evidence informed policing research. Find out more and apply here ➡️ sipr.ac.uk/research/sip...

We are delighted to welcome Esme O'Donnell as SIPR’s new Administrator. A PhD researcher at Edinburgh Napier University, Esme studies police and public perceptions of pandemic policing in Scotland, with interests in legitimacy, identity and officer wellbeing. Welcome to the team 👏

Applications are open for ISSPS 2026, 22 to 26 June at the University of Stirling. A unique immersive week for doctoral researchers in policing and related fields. Workshops, international faculty, and links to the Scottish International Policing Conference. Details: bit.ly/4aGTbxQ

📅 Save the date: 26 June 2026 🚨 Scottish International Policing Conference 2026 Theme: Police Academic Partnerships 📍 Uni of Stirling, FK9 4LA Hosted by the Scottish Institute for Policing Research Registration,Keynotes and conf chairs to be announced soon! #SIPC2026 #PolicingResearch #SIPR

🚨 OPEN NOW: SIPR Responsive Research Fund 🚨 The call is now live for the RRF: Evaluating Police Scotland’s New Community Policing Model and Approach. We’re inviting applications for timely, policy-relevant research that can make a real difference to policing in Scotland. bit.ly/49nXBJD

We’re delighted to start 2026 by sharing this important research 🌟 Early evidence shows the DEFINE Pilot is making a real difference for neurodivergent officers and staff, helping build a more inclusive policing culture. Proud to support research that drives real world change. View: bit.ly/45BCnoX

Happy New Year from SIPR 🎉 Thank you to our members, partners, speakers, and contributors who continue to challenge thinking, share expertise, and strengthen policing practice across the UK and beyond. We look forward to what we will build together over 2026!

🚀 SIPR is launching the Early Career Researcher Grant Scheme 2025 to 26. Up to £3,000 to support early career policing research aligned with SIPR priorities. Applications open NOW and close 31 Jan 2026. 📩 sipr@napier.ac.uk Find our more: bit.ly/3KPmxQH #ECR #ResearchFunding #SIPR

A new SIPR funded study explores officers’ experiences of Body Worn Video, noting benefits for clarity accountability and professionalism along with areas for improving training and tech support. Full report: bit.ly/4rSfG9H

💫 NEWS RELEASE 💫 A new SIPR funded report compares how Scotland and England and Wales respond to criminal exploitation in modern slavery cases, revealing major differences in victim protection and decision making. Read: bit.ly/4aIYrBq Listen: bit.ly/4ab2arj

New SIPR rapid review on how police can better support people in mental distress brings together global evidence for Scotland. Full report bit.ly/4iJMm0Z and briefing bit.ly/48qUXSQ

🚀 Call for speakers: SIPR and Justice Analytical Services (Scottish Government) 2026 lunchtime webinars. 1 speaker/session; 20-min talk + 20-min Q&A; policy/impact focus. Send 100–150 word abstract, title & research stage to k.grant@napier.ac.uk by Mon 8 Dec 2025. Questions: Prof Kirsteen Grant.

📣 Join us Tue 2 Dec 2025 for a SIPR & ARMHS network event at Edinburgh Napier (Craiglockhart). Hear Dr Andrew Wooff on Police Custody & Mental Health: Negotiating Risk, Dignity & Resourcing. Connect with policing, health & policy colleagues. 🔗 lnkd.in/dRmCz4xm