‘RELENTLESS’ IS NOW LIVE! Police officers in Scotland face violent attacks, make split-second life-or-death decisions and carry the emotional weight of every call they respond to. This film tells the story the headlines don’t. They aren’t fictional scenarios – for many officers, they are a daily reality.  Watch and share to support those who protect us: spfrelentless.com #SPFRelentless #BehindTheBadge #SPFVoices #RealPoliceStories #PoliceScotland #KeepingPeopleSafe #YourPolice #SupportOurPolice

Police Officers must have the powers to deal with those who are intimidating the public and committing crime with their faces covered to hide their identity. #spf #scottishpolicefederation

🏆 MEET OUR FINALISTS | TEAM OF THE YEAR AWARD 2026 🏆 Great policing is built on teamwork: people supporting one another, going the extra mile and making a real difference to the communities they serve. The Scottish Police Federation is proud to introduce our three outstanding finalists for Team of the Year 2026: ⭐ ELGIN PUBLIC PROTECTION UNIT — Represented by Gary McTurk, Lynsey McLean, Fiona Robertson, Cameron Renton and Wayne Francis. A dedicated team of detectives whose determination, compassion and painstaking investigations help protect some of the most vulnerable people in Moray. ⭐ D DIVISION DIVISIONAL RAPE INVESTIGATION UNIT — Stephanie Chalmers, Jaspal Chita, David Cowie, Nicole Greig and Danielle McLaren. Supporting survivors of sexual violence with dignity and empathy while pursuing complex investigations, tackling a longstanding backlog and helping bring offenders to justice. ⭐ SOUTH PERTHSHIRE COMMUNITY POLICING TEAM — Ashleigh Duncan, Ali Gordon, Ben Samson, Elizabeth Sinclair and Pauline Smart. Bringing visible, proactive policing to rural communities, strengthening local partnerships and delivering impressive results across South Perthshire. 💙 Three exceptional teams. Different challenges. One shared commitment to protecting the public and supporting one another. We look forward to celebrating their achievements at the Scottish Police Federation Awards on Wednesday 25 November 2026, where the winner will be revealed! Please join us in congratulating all three teams on their well-deserved nominations. 👏 Serving Scotland. Supporting each other. #SPFAwards2026 #TeamOfTheYear #ScottishPoliceFederation #PoliceScotland #CelebratingOurOfficers Photography by Sandy Young

🏆 MEET OUR FINALISTS | INDIVIDUAL BRAVERY AWARD 2026 🏆 Courage comes in many forms. Sometimes it means facing extraordinary danger. Sometimes it means finding the right words in a moment when someone’s life hangs in the balance. The Scottish Police Federation is proud to introduce our two outstanding finalists for the Individual Bravery Award 2026. ⭐ PC Kevin Simpson – Inverness While volunteering to support policing in Shetland, Kevin responded to a devastating and violent incident in a remote location, knowing that specialist assistance was hours away. Faced with extremely difficult and dangerous circumstances, Kevin and his colleagues showed exceptional courage and professionalism. His determination to preserve life, despite the risks and challenges, represents the very best of policing. ⭐ PC Darren Strong – Lossiemouth Walking to work, Darren came across a woman in immediate danger on the edge of a bridge. Through patience, compassion and skilled communication, he gradually gained her trust before putting his own safety at risk to pull her back to safety. His actions are a powerful reminder that bravery is not only about decisive action, but also about empathy and the ability to connect with someone in their darkest moments. 💙 Two remarkable officers. Two extraordinary acts of bravery. One shared commitment to protecting others. We look forward to recognising Kevin and Darren at the Scottish Police Federation Awards on Wednesday 25 November 2026, where the winner will be revealed. Please join us in congratulating both officers on their well-deserved nominations. 👏 Serving Scotland. Supporting each other. #SPFAwards2026 #IndividualBravery #ScottishPoliceFederation #PoliceScotland Photography by Sandy Young

🏆 MEET OUR FINALISTS | COMMUNITY COMMITMENT AWARD 2026 🏆 Great policing is about more than responding to incidents. It’s about building trust, supporting people and making a lasting difference in the communities we serve. The Scottish Police Federation is delighted to introduce the three outstanding finalists for the Community Commitment Award 2026: ⭐ PC Rachael Wells – Cowal and Bute Going above and beyond to create opportunities for young people, from running clubs to practical skills and mentoring, helping build confidence, wellbeing and brighter futures. ⭐ PC Walter Millar – Edinburgh A familiar and trusted face in his school communities, Walter has spent years supporting young people, building relationships and being there when pupils and staff have needed him most. ⭐ PC Scott McCulloch – West Lothian Helping thousands of young people recognise the warning signs of domestic abuse through an innovative school education programme, empowering them with the knowledge and confidence to seek support. 💙 Three exceptional officers. Three inspiring stories. One shared commitment to making a difference. We look forward to celebrating their achievements at the Scottish Police Federation Awards on Wednesday 25 November, where the winner will be revealed! Please join us in congratulating Scott, Walter and Rachael on their well-deserved nominations. 👏 Serving Scotland. Supporting each other. #SPFAwards2026 #CommunityCommitment #ScottishPoliceFederation #PoliceScotland #CelebratingOurOfficers Photography by Sandy Young

#NONSTOP Everyday, police officers deal with violent confrontations, demanding incidents and distressing situations. The impact is immense, but the toll is often unseen. From responding to violence and supporting vulnerable people to dealing with incidents that can stay with them long after the shift has ended. We are pleased to share #NONSTOP - a new film from @btpolfed -which reminds us that behind every uniform is a person. Watch it here: btpfnonstop.co.uk #btpfnonstop

Some words from our General Secretary David Kennedy on mental health day. We need action. #spf #scottishpolicefederation #mentalhealthday

Our General Secretary, David Kennedy, speaks to BBC Drivetime. #scottishpolicefederation

Thanks to @pauline4glasgow for submitting this parliamentary motion on the unacceptable delays to Police pension remedies. This situation must be resolved, it has gone on far too long. #scottishpolicefederation #spf

SPF representatives from across Scotland proud to attend the National Police Memorial Day to show our support to this, most poignant of events. We remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice, we think of their families, colleagues and friends. We will never forget.

Maggie Chapman MSP is correct, the police should never be the first responders to a mental health crisis. It should always be a trained mental health professional.

Thanks to Steven Kerr MSP for bringing a debate to the Scottish Parliament on policing and the mental health crisis. Huge amounts of Police Officer time is being taken up dealing with vulnerable people in crisis. They need care, support and treatment from health professionals not a police intervention.

In this film our chair, David Threadgold, reflects on the importance of remembering those who gave their lives in the service of others and the lasting impact their sacrifice has on colleagues, families and communities. #nationalpolicememorialday #scottishpolicefederation #spf

Joe Long MSP raises the long standing concerns about the police being left to deal with the mental health crisis and the need for new services like the one that was rolled out as a pilot in Fife. The service ended due to wrangling over funding.

Liam Kerr MSP is right to say 1 in 6 police call outs are for mental health related issues. Police officers should be responding to community safety incidents and not being seen as a last resort because of NHS underfunding.

Our chair, David Threadgold, attended the British Transport Police Federation conference, highlighting the value of the support and solidarity between police associations. A great opportunity to connect, share experiences and recognise the importance of standing together to represent and support our members. #spf #britishtransportpolice #strongertogether

🏆 A big day for the Scottish Police Federation Awards 2026! SPF Chair David Threadgold today chairs the final judging panel as its members consider the remarkable nominations received from across policing in Scotland. Joining David on the panel are Alasdair Hay CBE QFSM, Chair of the Scottish Police Authority; Emma-Louise Richardson, SPF Assistant to the General Secretary (People & Equality); and Gordon Forsyth, SPF Assistant to the General Secretary (Health & Safety). With so many inspiring examples of bravery, commitment, teamwork and service, the panel has some incredibly difficult decisions ahead. Thank you to everyone who submitted a nomination—and good luck to all those whose outstanding work and dedication are being considered today. Serving Scotland. Supporting each other. #spf #spfawards2026

Today, we honor the lives lost, the families forever changed, and the heroes who ran toward danger. Together, we stand united in remembrance. #NeverForget #911Day

🏆 MEET THE FINALISTS – SPF AWARDS 2026!  We are delighted to officially announce the finalists for the Scottish Police Federation Awards 2026.  Following a record-breaking year for nominations, our judges faced the incredibly difficult task of selecting this year's finalists from an outstanding field of entries.  Across five award categories, these officers and teams represent some of the very best of Scottish policing – from extraordinary courage and commitment to outstanding teamwork, community policing and the colleagues who quietly go above and beyond for others every day.  👏 A huge congratulations to every one of our 2026 finalists!  Over the coming weeks, we'll be introducing you to each of them and sharing the remarkable stories behind their nominations.  Some will inspire you. Some will move you. And some will shine a light on incredible work that often happens far away from public view.  For today, though, this is their moment.  Meet your Scottish Police Federation Awards 2026 finalists. 💛  Serving Scotland. Supporting each other.  #SPFAwards2026 #ScottishPoliceFederation #PolicingScotland #ServingScotland

The Scottish Police Federation pays tribute to our six colleagues whose names were added to the memorial stones at the Scottish Police Headquarters at Tulliallan. They died in the line of duty, they will never be forgotten. Read the full story here: scotland.police.uk/what-s-ha… #scottishpolicefederation #memorialday