To what extent, and in what ways, are new and emerging factors at a societal level (e.g. covid recovery, the cost of living crisis, developments in technology and social media use) influencing crime victimisation and/or perpetration? What are the implications for prevention and intervention?

Background

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.