Transcript Inspector James Royan, Lothian and Borders Police

WORKSHOP ONE
POLICE, SOCIAL WORK AND
PRISONS
Inspector James Royan, Lothian and Borders Police
Christina Ramage, Team Leader, CJSW, HMP Perth
“Supporting the families of people involved in the
criminal justice system – is it the Police’s job?
– Section 17, The Police (Scotland) Act 1967
– Lothian and Borders Police – Prevention Strategy
2009-2012
– ‘Community Wellbeing’
– United Nations Convention on the Rights of the
Child
When do the Police come into contact with families?
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During enquiries/investigations
Point of detention
Point of arrest
Period of custody
At court
Who are we dealing with?
– Children at risk
– Adults at risk
What if they don’t fit into these categories?
Questions for discussion?
– What could the police do to prevent distress to the
family of a person being arrested?
– Who could help the family at this early stage of the
process?
– The needs of the family v protecting the wider
community – where does the balance lie?
– The Cadder ruling – the principle of unintended
consequences.