To what extent and in what ways are new and emerging factors at a societal level (e.g. covid recovery, increases in the cost of living, developments in use of technology and social media) influencing community violence in Scotland, and what are the implications for prevention and intervention? What can Scotland learn from other jurisdictions and countries?

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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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