The Community Justice Partnership seeks to support and manage people who have committed offences from the point of arrest, through prosecution, custody or community disposal and alternatives, until they are reintegrated. With the current Outcomes Improvement Plan due for revision before Tuesday 31st March, third sector groups and organisations are invited to take part in discussion during the next Safer Communities Forum meeting on Wednesday 15th January.
News & Events
Communities Call for Climate Action
Community organisations have the opportunity to sign up to the Communities Call for Climate Action, which calls for Scottish Government to do more to tackle climate change and to recognise and support the role of community organisations in making major necessary changes. The Call for Action has been written by a group of organisations working across Scotland to raise awareness and encourage action towards solving the climate emergency.
Police Scotland Banking Protocol Information Video
Police Scotland’s Forth Valley division has developed a new Banking Protocol information video, with input from Royal Bank of Scotland colleagues. The video outlines the shared responsibilities of individuals and their family members, with the Banking Protocol a “last line of defence” against fraudulent activity.
Digital Skills Scotland Fully Funded Online Courses
Digital Skills Scotland have secured funding for 2020 for a range of fully funded online courses aimed at supporting individuals and businesses who want to learn and progress. Courses include Digital Marketing, Videography, and App Development, and are accredited by the NCFE. Places are limited, and early sign ups are advised.
EU Settlement Scheme Information Session
The EU Citizens Rights Project is hosting an EU Settlement Scheme Information Session on Monday 20th January, 6pm – 8pm at the Raploch Community Campus, Forth Valley College, Drip Road, Stirling, FK8 1RD. The session will cover what the EU Settlement Scheme is, and when and how to apply, amongst other points. There will also be a legal speaker and Q&A session. Additionally, EU citizens and their family members will have the opportunity to book individual appointments with a trained immigration advisor.
