What are the most significant risk and protective factors for crime victimisation and/or offending in Scotland at each level of the ecological framework (societal, community, relationship and individual level) and how do factors at the different levels interact? Are there variations depending on the type of crime(s)?
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The Scottish Government’s Vision for Justice aims to address the underlying causes of crime and create a society in which people feel, and are, safer in their communities. As such, Justice Analytical Services have identified the theme ‘Crime, Prevention & Specific Crime Types’ as a research priority. Robust research on crime and its various dimensions as well as prevention strategies will inform work towards these aims.
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The Islington Crime Survey: Thirty Years On
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Partially relevant as it focuses on crime and victimisation trends in a specific area, but does not cover risk and protective factors at different levels of the ecological framework.
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Why might this be relevant?
Partially relevant as it focuses on evidence-based crime reduction strategies but does not specifically address risk and protective factors at different levels of the ecological framework.
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Who experiences or witnesses ASB and in what context?
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Funded by: ESRC
Why might this be relevant?
Fully relevant as it specifically addresses the factors related to anti-social behavior, crime victimization, and community characteristics, with competent authors in the field.