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Wide range of facilities available for the local community

The most commonly accepted definition of Community Safety devised by COSLA (Convention of Scottish Local Authorities) is "Protecting people's rights to live in confidence and without fear for their own or other people's safety".

Integration means delivering social care in a better way. GPs, hospitals, health workers, social care staff and others are increasingly work side-by-side to share information and take a much more co-ordinated approach to the way social care services are delivered.

The Scottish Government has passed legislation enabling householders to apply to the Council in specified circumstances for a high hedge notice to be served.

Information on protecting yourself and others

Elected Member Briefing Note 2025, No. 61

Access useful contact telephone numbers and websites to view flood warnings and advice on flood risk.

ChildLine provides a 24 hour confidential helpline for young people up to the age of 19 who may have mental health and wellbeing issues including suicide and self-harm issues.