The structure of the police in Scotland

• Community police


  • Work with the local community to solve problems
  • First responders to a crime
  • Keep the community safe by patrolling and developing relationships
• Specialist crime division


  • Police who are specialists in their specific area of policing
  • Deal with certain crimes like murder or counter-terrorism
• Crime and operational support branch

  • Also known as specialist support departments
  • Operate nationally and can be called in whenever needed
  • Deal with public and redirect traffic after serious accidents