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North Ayrshire Council, Cunninghame House, Irvine KA12 8EE Police and Fire and Rescue Committee A Meeting of the Police and Fire and Rescue Committee of North Ayrshire Council will be held in the Council Chambers, Ground Floor, Cunninghame House, Irvine, KA12 8EE on Monday, 14 August 2023 at 14:00 to consider the undernoted business. Meeting Arrangements Hybrid Meetings This meeting will be held on a predominantly physical basis but with provision, by prior notification, for remote attendance by Elected Members in accordance with the provisions of the Local Government (Scotland) Act 2003. Where possible, the meeting will be livestreamed and available to view at https://northayrshire.publici.tv/core/portal/home . 1 Declarations of Interest Members are requested to give notice of any declarations of interest in respect of items of business on the Agenda. 2 Minutes The accuracy of the Minutes of the meeting held on 19 June 2023 will be confirmed and the Minutes signed in accordance with Paragraph 7 (1) of Schedule 7 of the Local Government (Scotland) Act 1973 (copy enclosed). 3 Scottish Fire and Rescue Service Performance and Service Update Submit report by the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service on performance in relation to the North Ayrshire Local Fire and Rescue Plan (copy enclosed). 4 Police Scotland Performance Update Submit report by Police Scotland on performance in relation to the North Ayrshire Local Policing Plan (copy enclosed). 1
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North Ayrshire Council, Cunninghame House, Irvine KA12 8EE 5 Urgent Items Any other items which the Chair considers to be urgent. Webcasting Please note: this meeting may be filmed/recorded/livestreamed to the Council's internet site and available to view at https://northayrshire.public i.tv/core/portal/home, where it will be capable of repeated viewing. At the start of the meeting, the Provost/Chair will confirm if all or part of the meeting is being filmed/recorded/livestreamed. You should be aware that the Council is a Data Controller under the Data Protection Act 2018. Data collected during the webcast will be retained in accordance with the Council’s published policy, including, but not limited to, for the purpose of keeping historical records and making those records available via the Council’s internet site. Generally, the press and public seating areas will not be filmed. However, by entering the Council Chambers, using the press or public seating area or (by invitation) participating remotely in this meeting, you are consenting to being filmed and consenting to the use and storage of those images and sound recordings and any information pertaining to you contained in them for webcasting or training purposes and for the purpose of keeping historical records and making those records available to the public. If you do not wish to participate in a recording, you should leave the meeting. This will constitute your revocation of consent. If you have any queries regarding this and, in particular, if you believe that use and/or storage of any particular information would cause, or be likely to cause, substantial damage or distress to any individual, please contact dataprotectionofficer@northayrshire.gov.uk. 2
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North Ayrshire Council, Cunninghame House, Irvine KA12 8EE Police and Fire and Rescue Committee Sederunt Donald Reid (Chair) Nairn McDonald (ViceChair) Scott Davidson Stewart Ferguson John Glover Jean McClung Davina McTiernan Donald L. Reid Angela Stephen John Sweeney Chair: Apologies: Attending: 3
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Police and Fire and Rescue Committee 19 June 2023 IRVINE, 19 June 2023 - At a Meeting of the Police and Fire and Rescue Committee of North Ayrshire Council at 2.00 p.m. Present Donald Reid, Stewart Ferguson, Jean McClung, Donald L. Reid and John Sweeney. In Attendance R. Lynch, Senior Manager Legal Services, Claire Cochrane, Solicitor (Legal Services), H. Clancy and D. McCaw, Committee Services Officers (Chief Executive’s Service). Also In Attendance Chief Superintendent F. Hussein and Chief Inspector F. Normansell (Police Scotland); Area Commander I. McMeekin, Station Commander D. Murray and Watch Commander D. Wilson (Scottish Fire and Rescue Service). Chair Councillor Donald Reid in the Chair. Apologies Nairn McDonald, Davina McTiernan and Angela Stephen. 1. Chair’s Remarks The Chair welcomed Councillor Stewart Ferguson and Chief Inspector Fraser Normansell to their first meeting of the Police and Fire and Rescue Committee. 2. Declarations of Interest There were no declarations of interest by Members in terms of Standing Order 11 and Section 5 of the Code of Conduct for Councillors. 3. Minutes The Minutes of the Meeting of the Police and Fire and Rescue Committee held on 7 February 2023 were confirmed and the Minutes signed in accordance with Paragraph 7 (1) of Schedule 7 of the Local Government (Scotland) Act 1973. 4. Scottish Fire and Rescue Service Performance and Service Update Submitted report by the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) which provided information on progress against the North Ayrshire Local Fire and Rescue Plan for the period 1 April 2022 – 31 March 2023. Appendix A to the report provided an analysis of the performance across six indicators, using the rolling three-year average as a basis of measuring performance. Agenda Item 2 5
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The statistical information identified a 2.7% decrease in activity levels across the local authority when compared to the corresponding period in 2021/22. A further review of the three-year average indicated a 1.9% increase in overall operational activity during a similar timeframe. Data on false alarms accounted for 60% of all demand within North Ayrshire, with fire related and special service activity accounting for 24% and 16% respectively. Updates were also provided in relation to recent changes to support budget planning necessities to maintain effective services while optimizing resources and managing costs, the discontinuation of the response to automatic fire alarm calls from 1 July 2023 where no fire confirmation is received, recent recruitment within the Service, and the celebration of 50 years’ service by Watch Commander Fred Williams from Dalry Community Fire Station. The Chair, on behalf of the Committee, expressed best wishes and congratulations to Watch Commander Fred Williams on 50 years’ service. Members asked questions and were provided with further information in relation to:- • staffing implications arising from the cessation of automatic fire alarm response at specific premises, unless confirmation of a fire had been received; • the extent of automatic fire alarm calls which were real incidents; • consultation and engagement which had taken place regarding future response to automatic fire alarm calls; • the fact that 6% of operational activity related to false alarm calls; • additional clarification on unwanted fire alarm criteria; and • ongoing partnership work to reduce deliberate fire setting. Area Commander McMeekin offered to meet with local Members to discuss concerns and to provide further information regarding deliberate fire setting in the Saltcoats and Stevenston and Irvine Moor areas. Noted. 5. Police Scotland Performance Update Submitted report by Police Scotland on performance in relation to the North Ayrshire Local Policing Plan for the period 1 April 2022 – 31 March 2023 together with an overview of year end performance. A summary of current local policing plan priorities was also detailed. The report provided information on North Ayrshire’s performance, including a 4.1% decrease in the total number of crimes. The report further outlined progress in the areas of serious crime, safer communities, acquisitive crime, community wellbeing, road safety and public confidence with additional contextual information being provided by Superintendent Frew to the meeting. 6
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Members asked questions and were provided with further information in relation to:- • environmental health and cleanliness issues in connection with anti-social behaviour; • the number of discontinued calls to the 101 number and the direction to members of the public to utilise email and online web forms as alternative methods of contact; • the various methods used for collation of statistics; • the reduction of full-time staffing levels within some sections of Police Scotland; • full-time equivalent staffing levels being included within future reports; • a zero-tolerance approach to drug driving and the use of drug wipes to determine those individuals driving under drugs influence; • the enforcement of traffic violations by Police Scotland; and • the benefits of CCTV cameras as a crime deterrent. Chief Inspector Hussein offered to meet with local Members to discuss concerns and to provide further information regarding anti-social behaviour related to cleanliness and environmental health issues. The Committee then discussed the Safer Shores multi-agency partnership initiative to safeguard those who visited the Ayrshire coast. Reference was made to the recent ‘car cruise’ which drew large crowds to the Irvine Beach area and caused major congestion and disruption. Police Scotland advised on the requirement for enhanced levels of co-ordination to take forward plans to manage the next scheduled ‘car cruise’. Chief Inspector Hussein advised that the August Committee report would have a focus on the Safer Shores initiative and the ‘car cruise’. Noted. 6. Urgent Items In terms of Standing Order 10.8, the Chair agreed that the following item be considered as urgent to allow the Committee to receive up-to-date information. 6.1 Fireworks and Pyrotechnic Articles (Scotland) Act 2022 The Senior Manager, Legal Services, advised the Committee that in terms of the Fireworks and Pyrotechnic Articles (Scotland) Act, 2022 which was introduced last year, Local Authority powers to designate firework control zones would come into effect on 22 June 2023. The Scottish Government were currently preparing guidance for Local Authorities on how to consider and establish the new zones. A report or Members briefing would be prepared once the guidance was released. Noted. The meeting ended at 3.40 p.m. 7
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North Ayrshire Performance Report 1st April 2023 - 30th June 2023 Agenda Item 3 9
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North Ayrshire Performance Report Table of Contents Local Fire and Rescue Service Plan Priorities 3 North Ayrshire Activity Summary 4 Domestic Safety - Accidental Dwelling Fires 5 Domestic Safety - Accidental Dwelling Fire Casualties 6 Unintentional Injury and Harm 7 Deliberate Fire Setting 8 Non-Domestic Fire Safety 9 Unwanted Fire Alarm Signals 10 Prevention & Protection 11 Retained Duty System 11 Glossary of Terms 12 Scottish Fire and Rescue Service | North Ayrshire Performance Report 2 10
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1 0 2 14 1 6 0 0 0 0 0 10 2 0 2 17 0 28 3 0 2 8 0 0 2 0 4 19 1 41 6 0 1 45 0 38 4 0 0 16 1 19 3 0 10 8 3 10 7 0 2 49 1 28 28 0 23 176 7 180 12% -100% 44% 1% -22% 12% -2% 0% 8% 16% 4% 15% -10% -63% -20% -6% -11% 4%5 Year Average Change North Coast Saltcoats and Stevenston Total Incidents Year on Year Change 3 Year Average Change Irvine West Kilwinning Accidental Dwelling Fires Accidental Dwelling Fire Casualties Unintentional Injury and Harm Deliberate Fire Setting Non-Domestic Fire Safety Unwanted Fire Alarm Signals Ardrossan Arran Garnock Valley Irvine East Irvine South Local Fire and Rescue Service Plan Priorities The Local Fire and Rescue Service Plan has been developed to set out the priorities and objectives within NorthAyrshire and allows our local authority partners to scrutinise the performance outcomes of these priorities. We will continue to work closely with our partners in North Ayrshire to ensure we are all “Working Together for a Safer Scotland” through targeting risks to our communities at a local level. The plan has been developed to complement key partnership activity embedded across North Ayrshire's Community Planning Partnership. Through effective and co-ordintated partnership working we will seek to deliver continuous improvement in our performance and effective service delivery in our area of operations. The Local Fire and Rescue Plan for North Ayrshire identified six areas for demand reduction and is subject to regular monitoring and reporting through the Police & Fire and Rescue Committee. A summary of the priorities and current activity is detailed below with further detail and analysis contained within this performance report. About the statistics within this report The activity totals and other statistics quoted within this report are published in the interests of transparency and openness. They are provisional in nature and subject to change as a result of ongoing quality assurance and review. Because all statistics quoted are provisional there may be a difference in the period totals quoted in our reports after local publication which result from revisions or additions to the data in our systems. The Scottish Government publishes official statistics each year which allow for comparisons to be made over longer periods of time. Activity levels have reduced by more than 5% Activity levels have reduced by up to 5% Activity levels have increased overall Scottish Fire and Rescue Service | North Ayrshire Performance Report 3 11
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North Ayrshire Delivery Activity Summary Hour (am) Total Hour (pm) Total Midnight 12 Mid-day 39 1am 24 1pm 34 2am 11 2pm 39 3am 13 3pm 58 4am 13 4pm 51 5am 10 5pm 60 6am 11 6pm 65 7am 11 7pm 54 8am 35 8pm 55 9am 34 9pm 43 10am 44 10pm 31 11am 49 11pm 23 36% 12% 52% 32% 12% 56% Fires Special Services False Alarms Incidents by Classification Annual Ratio 3 Year Ratio 24.29% 22.09% 18.90% 8.71% 5.15% 4.42% 3.19% 2.09% 1.47% 1.47% 1.10% 1.10% 0.98% 0.98% 0.86% False Alarm (Dwelling) False Alarm (UFAS) Outdoor Fire False Alarm (Good Intent) Refuse Fire Dwelling Fire Special Service - Effecting… Special Service - Assist other… Special Service - RTC Vehicle Fire Other Primary Fire Other Building Fire Special Service - No action (not… False Alarm (Malicious) Special Service - Flooding Top 15 Incident Types by % of Total Incidents 262 fires primary & secondary special services 94 false alarms 459 15% totalnumber of incidents 815 9% 6% fire casualties 0 -100% non-fire casualties 23 -6% 44% 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11121314 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 00 Activityby Time of Day 63.33%RDS availability Home Fire Safety Visits Carried Out 241 Fire Safety Audits Carried Out 122 Scottish Fire and Rescue Service | North Ayrshire Performance Report 4 12
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12% -2% -10% Main Source of Ignition Year on Year 3 Year Average 5 Year Average Domestic Safety - Accidental Dwelling Fires Domesti 45 38 30 37 25 28 2018/19 2019/20 2020/21 2021/22 2022/23 2023/24 PerformanceSummary Accidental Dwelling Fires to Date Detection Present 75% 86% Detection Actuated Calls Made via Linked Alarms 14% Automatic Detection & Actuation 1 0 2 3 2 6 4 3 7 Ardrossan Arran Garnock Valley Irvine East Irvine Sout Irvine West Kilwinning North Coast Saltcoats and Stevenston 0.9 0.0 1.6 2.7 1.3 4.5 2.3 1.9 5.3 Ardrossan Arran Garnock Valley Irvine East Irvine Sout Irvine West Kilwinning North Coast Saltcoats and Stevenston Incidents Per 10,000 Population - North Ayrshire Human Factors Accidental Dwelling Fires by Ward Area Alcohol/DrugImpairment Distraction Incidents Per 10,000 Population - Ayrshire 1.7 2.1 2.1 2.0 East Ayrshire North Ayrshire South Ayrshire Ayrshire Severity of Accidental Dwelling Fires No Firefighting Action Direct Firefighting 39% 21% 50% 21% 14% 7% 0% 0% 4% 4% Not applicable Item 1st ignited Room of origin Floor of origin Limited to 2 floors More than 2 floors Whole building Whole Roof Extent of Fire Damage 29% 7% Scottish Fire and Rescue Service | North Ayrshire Performance Report 5 13
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-100% 0% -63% Year on Year 3 Year Average 5 Year Average Domestic Safety - Accidental Dwelling Fire Casualties 0 0 0 0 00 0 0 0 0 0 - 9 10 - 19 20 - 49 50 - 79 80+ 10 1 0 2 3 0 2018/19 2019/20 2020/21 2021/22 2022/23 2023/24 Unintentional Injury or First Aidat Scene Hospital Serious Injuries Hospital Slight Injuries Fatal Injuries 0 PerformanceSummary Accidental Dwelling Fire Casualties Year to Date Extent of Harm Age / Gender Profile Casualties Per 10,000 Population - North Ayrshire Fire Casualties by Ward Area 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Ardrossan Arran Garnock Valley Irvine East Irvine South Irvine West Kilwinning North Coast Saltcoats and Stevenston 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 Ardrossan Arran Garnock Valley Irvine East Irvine South Irvine West Kilwinning North Coast Saltcoats and Stevenston Casualties Per 10,000 Population - Ayrshire 0.41 0.00 0.09 0.16 0.00 0.05 0.10 0.15 0.20 0.25 0.30 0.35 0.40 0.45 East Ayrshire North Ayrshire South Ayrshire Ayrshire #DI #DI 2 3 2 Breathing difficulties Asphyxiation Burns – slight Other medical condition Scottish Fire and Rescue Service | North Ayrshire Performance Report 6 14
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44% 8% -20% Year on Year 3 Year Average 5 Year Average Unintentional Injury or Harm 0 0 6 8 00 1 3 4 1 0 - 9 10 - 19 20 - 49 50 - 79 80+ Slight Injuries 47 24 19 16 16 23 2018/19 2019/20 2020/21 2021/22 2022/23 2023/24 Deliberate PerformanceSummary Special Service Casualties Year to Date Age / Gender Profile 1.7 0.0 1.6 1.8 2.6 0.8 0.0 6.2 1.5 Ardrossan Arran Garnock Valley Irvine East Irvine South Irvine West Kilwinning North Coast Saltcoats and Stevenston Extent of Harm Non-Fire Casualties by Ward Area 2 0 2 2 4 1 0 10 2 Ardrossan Arran Garnock Valley Irvine East Irvine South Irvine West Kilwinning North Coast Saltcoats and Stevenston Casualties Per 10,000 Population - North Ayrshire Non-Casualties Per 10,000 Population - Ayrshire 1.2 1.7 0.5 1.2 East Ayrshire North Ayrshire South Ayrshire Ayrshire 61% 39% First Aidat Scene Hospital Serious Injuries 8 5 Fatal Injuries 3 3 Hospital Slight Injuries Road Traffic Collision Water Rescue Assisting Other Agencies 35% 9% 39% All Other Incidents 17% Scottish Fire and Rescue Service | North Ayrshire Performance Report 7 15
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1% 2% -6% Year on Year 3 Year Average 5 Year Average Deliberate Fire Setting 248 264 163 264 175 176 2018/19 2019/20 2020/21 2021/22 2022/23 2023/24 248 264 163 264 175 176 0 100 200 300 400 500 600 All Deliberate Fires Non PerformanceSummary Deliberate Fires Year to Date Deliberate Fires by Classification Deliberate Fires Compared to Operational Activity Incidents Per 10,000 Population - North Ayrshire 12.1 0.0 13.5 7.2 12.6 33.8 9.2 5.0 37.2 Ardrossan Arran Garnock Valley Irvine East Irvine South Irvine West Kilwinning North Coast Saltcoats and Stevenston Deliberate Fires by Ward Area 14 0 17 8 19 45 16 8 49 Ardrossan Arran Garnock Valley Irvine East Irvine South Irvine West Kilwinning North Coast Saltcoats and Stevenston Slight Injuries Incidents Per 10,000 Population - Ayrshire 14.2 13.0 12.5 13.3 East Ayrshire North Ayrshire South Ayrshire Ayrshire 14% 6% 10% 3% 7% 10% 86% 94% 90% 97% 93% 90% 2018/19 2019/20 2020/21 2021/22 2022/23 2023/24 Primary Secondary Secondary Fire Ratio by Activity Type 22% 78% Refuse Other Secondary Scottish Fire and Rescue Service | North Ayrshire Performance Report 8 16
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-22% 4% -11% Year on Year 3 Year Average 5 Year Average Non-Domestic Fire Safety 72% 14% 14% Accidental Deliberate Not Known 2 2 1 1 Industrial Public Utilities Retail Education Other Residential Residential Home Unwanted PerformanceSummary Non-Domestic Fires Year to Date Non-Domestic Fires by Nature of Origin Incidents Per 10,000 Population - Ayrshire Non-Domestic Fires by Premises Type Incidents Per 10,000 Population - North Ayrshire 0.9 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.7 0.0 0.6 1.9 0.8 Ardrossan Arran Garnock Valley Irvine East Irvine South Irvine West Kilwinning North Coast Saltcoats and Stevenston Non-Domestic Fires by Ward Area 1 0 0 0 1 0 1 3 1 Ardrossan Arran Garnock Valley Irvine East Irvine South Irvine West Kilwinning North Coast Saltcoats and Stevenston 0.4 0.5 0.9 0.6 East Ayrshire North Ayrshire South Ayrshire Ayrshire 13 16 6 9 9 7 2018/19 2019/20 2020/21 2021/22 2022/23 2023/24 Not applicable Limited to item 1st ignited Limited to room of origin Limited to floor of origin Roof space and other floors Whole Building Extent of Fire Damage Scottish Fire and Rescue Service | North Ayrshire Performance Report 9 17
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12% 15% 4% Year on Year 3 Year Average 5 Year Average Unwanted Fire Alarm Signals 154 163 119 126 161 180 2018/19 2019/20 2020/21 2021/22 2022/23 2023/24 UFAS Percentage Against all False Alarms Performance Summary Unwanted Fire Alarm Signals Year to Date Incidents Per 10,000 Population - North Ayrshire 5.2 7.9 22.2 0.0 27.2 28.6 10.9 6.2 21.3 Ardrossan Arran Garnock Valley Irvine East Irvine South Irvine West Kilwinning North Coast Saltcoats and Stevenston 664 635 628 678 595 606 22% 24% 18% 17% 26% 22% 0%0 300 600 900 1,200 1,500 1,800 2018/19 2019/20 2020/21 2021/22 2022/23 2023/24 All Incidents UFAS Activty UFAS Percentage Against all Incidents 348 389 363 375 404 459 44% 47% 38% 40% 49% 45% 0%0 300 600 900 1,200 All False Alarms UFAS Activty Home Fire Safety Visits Unwanted Fire Alarms Signals by Ward Area 6 10 28 0 41 38 19 10 28 Ardrossan Arran Garnock Valley Irvine East Irvine South Irvine West Kilwinning North Coast Saltcoats and Stevenston Incidents Per 10,000 Population - Ayrshire 10.8 13.2 17.0 13.6 East Ayrshire North Ayrshire South Ayrshire Ayrshire 16% 17% 13% 9% 10% Education Residential Home Other Residential Hospitals & Medical Care Warehouses & Bulk Storage Unwanted Fire Alarm Signals - Top 5 Premises Scottish Fire and Rescue Service | North Ayrshire Performance Report 10 18
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8.96% 53.81% 39.61% 46.17% 30 21:10:27 7 500% 32.73% 77.71% 66.66% 50.89% 142 89:02:25 13 975% 10.69% 73.73% 42.31% 37.91% 52 31:26:01 5 400% 56.00% 79.29% 74.53% 72.86% 113 74:19:57 13 1100% 15.27% 14.66% 29.44% 35.40% 44 22:43:09 7 575% 78.35% 65.76% 63.28% 77.53% 95 61:54:48 10 775% 41.27% 72.94% 44.17% 34.82% 50 27:58:23 7 525% 97.54% 99.42% 90.57% 98.39% 26.46% 46.60% 9.80% 53.24% 100.00% 100.00% 94.73% 94.33% 14 6:16:31 6 600% 100.00% 100.00% 97.49% 95.10% 22 11:42:01 9 825% 51.57% 73.67% 59.33% 63.33% 70.18% 96.28% 90.41% 86.36% Mon - Thu (18:00 - 08:00) Weekend (Fri 18:00 - Mon 08:00) Total Lamlash North Ayrshire Ayrshire Total Mobilisations Total Time Deployed Largs Skelmorlie Millport -1 Millport - 2 Brodick Ardrossan Dreghorn Dalry Beith Kilbirnie Appliance Availability Mon - Fri (08:00 - 18:00) No. of Personnel Contracts 11 12 1125%7:43:17 Home Fire Safety Visits Home Fire Safety Visits Carried Out Percentage of HighRisk Home Fire Safety Visits Carried Out Percentage of Visits Carried Out Following Attendance at an Incident 241 34% 46% Top 5 Premises Smoke Detectors Fitted During Home Fire Safety Visits Fire Safety Audits Carried Out 122 New Audits 92% Post Fire Audits 6% Complaint Audits 2% Re-Audits 0% 9% 85% 6% 0% 0% Broadly Compliant Areas of Improvement Notice of Deficiencies Enforcement Notice Prohibition Notice Fire Safety Audits Retained Duty System Scottish Fire and Rescue Service | North Ayrshire Performance Report 11 19
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85% Glossary of Terms Term- What it means ADF Accidental Dwelling Fire CSET Community Safety Engagement Toolkit is a internal IT system used to record home fire safety visits and community safety activities FSET Fire Safety Experiential Training is a bespoke training programme developed by the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service in Ayrshire and delivered to community planning partners to raise awareness of fire safety within the domestic environment HFSV Home Fire Safety Visit PDIR Post Domestic Incident Response, a term used by Prevention and Protection Directorate to indicate actions taken following attendance at a fire or other incident in the home. PDIRs include amongst things the offer of a free follow-up home fire safety visit Primary Fires These include all fires in buildings, vehicles and outdoor structures or any fire involving casualties, rescues or fires attended by five or more appliances RDS Retained Duty System. Professional on call firefighters who may have other primary employment responsibilities outside the Fire and Rescue Service but respond to emergency calls within their local area as and when required RTC Road Traffic Collision Secondary Fires These are the majority of outdoor fires including grassland and refuse fires unless they involve casualties or rescues, property loss or fire or more appliances attend. They include fires in single derelict buildings Special Service Calls to incidents which are not fires or false alarms such as RTCs, rescues, flooding, incidents involving hazardous materials or the provision of assistance to other agencies UFAS Unwanted Fire Alarm Signals. When an automatic fire detection and alarm system is activated as a result of anything other than an actual fire the activation is classed as a false alarm. If an attendance is made to such an event by the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service, then the event is recorded as an UFAS incident Scottish Fire and Rescue Service | North Ayrshire Performance Report 12 20
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OFFICIAL—POLICE & PARTNERS 1 North Ayrshire Performance Summary Report - Q1 2023/24 Reporting Period: 01/04/2023 - 30/06/2023 Total Crime 3,235 Crimes 8.6% Incidents Recorded 10,529 -2.3%* 16.9% 457 Violence/Homicide Drug Supply 27.7% 24 Sexual Crime 2.2% 84 28.9%* 41 Hate Crime ASB 2,097 Domestic Abuse -3.6%* 260 Acquisitive Crime 5.2% 692 Robbery -48.3% 6 Speeding 15.4% 162 Drink/Drug Driving 39.7% 64 Note: All percentage figures are based on the 5-year average with all data based on Management Information which may be subject to change. *5-yr Average is locally produced and not MI -22.3%* Serious Injury & Fatal Accidents 12 SI/0 Fatal 100%/-100% Agenda Item 4 21
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OFFICIAL—POLICE & PARTNERS 2 Introduction This document has been compiled to look at the quarterly data available for North Ayrshire. The report is based on the areas of fo- cus identified within the Local Policing Plan agreed with the Local Authority. The ‘Plan on a Page’ document is available on Page 3, this provides details of the areas Police Scotland have agreed to report on. The following list of contents provides an overview of the items included in this report: TOPIC SECTION PAGE Local Policing Plan Plan on a Page 3 Serious Crime Violence/Homicide Drug Supply Robbery 4 5 6 Violence Against Women and Girls Domestic Abuse Rape & Sexual Assault 7 8 Safer Communities ASB Hate Crimes Acquisitive Crime 9 10 11 Community Wellbeing Drugs Harm Mental health 12 Road Safety Drink/Drug Driving, Speeding and Serious Injury & Fatal Accidents 13 Public Confidence User Satisfaction Survey Complaints 14 15 Glossary of Terms 16 22
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OFFICIAL—POLICE & PARTNERS 4 SERIOUS CRIME—Violence/Homicide Analytical Context: The Q1 period shows that overall violent crime has increased by 16.9% on the 5-year average. This increase is due to the number of Minor Assaults both on Emergency workers and the public. However there have been decreases noted in Murder, Attempt Murder and Serious Assaults on the 5-year average. There are currently just under 7% of the Minor Assaults which are non-recent. The Attempt Murder remains undetected at this stage with 60% of the Serious Assaults currently detected. 11 of the Serious Assaults have taken place in a public place. Local Action/Context: Violent crime continues to be closely monitored and reviewed with investigations being resourced across Local and Priority Policing Teams and the Criminal Investigation Department. Each crime is subject of daily review and scrutiny and thereafter allocated to the most appropriate department to progress to assist in identification of repeat victims, offenders and locations. Our local action plans target any repeat locations especially when related to the night time economy where during the reporting period have completed 198 licensed premises visits throughout North Ayrshire. There have been no homicides during the reporting period and despite extensive investigation the one attempted murder remains undetected. The number of serious assaults has increased from the same period last year however the detection rate has significantly improved where 73.3% of crimes have been resolved. The Community Wellbeing Unit continue to work closely with persons and partners to make a positive impact with the overarching aim to divert offenders away from crime whilst supporting our vulnerable victims. Source: Taken from Police Scotland Business Intelligence Portal 24
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OFFICIAL—POLICE & PARTNERS 5 SERIOUS CRIME—Drug Supply Source: Taken from Police Scotland Business Intelligence Portal Analytical Context: Drug supply charges in North Ayrshire have noted an increase during the first quarter of the year. Charges are up 27.7% on the 5-year mean for Supplying Drugs and up 100% for Cannabis Cultivations on the 5-year average. Proactivity remains the main focus and means by which these charges are obtained. Identifying any real patterns to where these crimes are taking place requires the combined work of local officers and Divisional staff, building on the Community Intelligence provided by North Ayrshire residents, community groups or via Crimestoppers. Local Action/Context: The increase in drug supply charges in the first quarter reflect the significant work ongoing to target those offenders who are involved in serious and organised crime in the sale and supply of controlled drugs. We remain responsive to information and intelligence relating to drug supply developing this into enforcement action by our proactive crime team supported by priority and local policing teams. During the reporting period notable recoveries include several cannabis cultivations. Cannabis cultivation in Ardrossan, 28 year old male arrested and charged with production and supply . Value in excess of £100k Cannabis cultivations, acting on local intelligence 6 properties searched in Kilbirnie all linked to same offender, 22 year old male arrested and remanded in custody . Value £340K Cannabis cultivation in Dalry, large scale operation , £40K value of cannabis and £32K class B drugs seized, enquiry ongoing Cannabis Cultivation Stevenston Industrial Estate, 4 males apprehended—potential street value of £2 Milliion. 25
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OFFICIAL—POLICE & PARTNERS 6 SERIOUS CRIME—Robbery Analytical Context: The number of reported Robbery type crimes so far this year is lower than both last year (n=9) and the 5- year average (11.6). So far 5 of the 6 reported crimes this year have been detected, giving a detection rate of 83.3%. The Rivergate Shopping area is currently being shown as a repeat location with two crimes taking place at this location. Three of these crimes have taken place within the home, with a physical assault being most commonly used against the victim. Cash remains the most commonly acquired item and the victim knew the offender, in some capacity, in at least 50% of these crimes from the information currently available. Local Action/Context: The reduction in recorded robbery crimes is positive, as is the current detection rate which has improved on the previous reporting period, the robbery that is not yet detected is still a live investigation. Every report of robbery is a key priority and is subject to immediate supervisory overview and review and investigation by the CID. This enhanced level of scrutiny allows for the prioritisation of investigations resulting in the early identification and arrest of offenders which is clearly evidenced by the positive detection rate. There is always a collective response to such crimes utilising all available investigative tools and intelligence. Our officers regularly patrol town centres areas to provide reassurance and visibility around retail outlets, licensed premises and transport hubs. They are supported by our Preventions and Interventions Officer who will follow up each crime committed in a commercial setting to discuss security and safety of staff. Source: Taken from Crime Management through ScOMIS 26
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OFFICIAL—POLICE & PARTNERS 7 VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN & GIRLS—Domestic Abuse Source: Data taken from iVPD through ScOMIS Analytical Context: Domestic crimes during the first three months of this year are showing an increase when compared with last year (up 14%), however there has been a reduction on the 5-year average of 3.6%. The chart opposite clearly shows that the month of May has recorded fewer crimes than the other two months and is well below the 5-year average figure. It has been noted that almost 11% of the crimes reported during this period are non-recent. There has been a slight increase in the number of Domestic Incidents reported this year compared with 2022/23 (up 2%). Local Action/Context: The Domestic Abuse Investigation and Safeguarding Team in Ayrshire continue to offer the victims in all domestic cases reported a follow up contact from the department. This important function has given a notable increase in victim confidence and the ability to discuss their often complex situations which allows them a period of reflection following the initial incident. This also offers an increased opportunity for third sector signposting and referral to partner agencies. This increased confidence can be evidenced in the use of DSDAS (Disclosure Scheme for Domestic Abuse Scotland) where applications continue to show exponential increase. During the reporting period the department processed 79 applications which is an increase of 44% on the previous year. Multi Agency Risk Assessment Conference (MARAC) referrals for North Ayrshire number 32 and 3 high tariff offenders of domestic abuse were identified as Multi Agency Tasking and Co-ordination (MATAC) targets with investigations ongoing. The increase in reporting from the same period last year may well be explained by the additional processes now implemented by the DAIU who have been able to engage with victims that may have otherwise have disengaged or felt that they were not being heard. The Domestic Abuse Investigation Unit (DAIU) remains committed to the delivery of the Violence Against Woman and Girls Strategy for North Ayrshire. 27
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OFFICIAL—POLICE & PARTNERS 8 VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN & GIRLS—Rape & Sexual Assault Source: Data taken from iVPD through ScOMIS Analytical Context: Examination of the Rape crimes which were reported in Q1 shows a reduction in the numbers this year compared with both last year and the 5-year average. It is notable that a total of 4 of these are non- recent crimes of which two were Domestic related. Sexual Assaults have noted a marked increase during the first three months of this year on both last year and the 5-year average. Of the 29 reported crimes, 5 are non-recent, and 4 are domestic related. It should be noted that 9 crimes have been reported by one individual against the same male. During the Q1 period there have been a total of 17 individuals (3 males, 14 females) aged 17 years or younger who have reported a recent sexual crime (a total of 30 crimes reported by these individuals). A further 9 crimes were reported to have taken place between 2020 and 2022 which involved 5 individuals (1 male, 4 females) who are still under 18 years of age. Local Action/Context: Targeting sexual crime remains a priority for Police Scotland. Every reported incident of a sexual nature is robustly investigated. The Divisional Rape Investigation Unit (DRIU) comprises a Detective Inspector, two Detective Sergeants and 8 Detective Constables/Constables with a wealth of operational and specialist experience and skillsets. Notably the majority of the Sexual Offence Liaison Officers (SOLO) have now received training in video recorded interview (VRI) practices which afford a more effective victim centred approach to capturing victim evidence. In order to provide a true victim centred approach the Detective Inspector meets with Rape Crisis monthly to discuss feedback from clients to identify any operational issues allowing the team to adapt and to provide the best service. This approach has afforded an opportunity to engage directly with survivors about their experiences in engaging with the Police at each stage of the investigation, all feedback is subject to evaluation and is fed back to the team in order that they continually learn and develop to build confidence in reporting. North Ayrshire Domestic Abuse champions continue to engage with partners to develop support networks for those impacted by violence against women and girls. 28
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OFFICIAL—POLICE & PARTNERS 9 SAFER COMMUNITIES—Antisocial Behaviour Analytical Context: Anti-social behaviour in general has shown a reduction this year when compared to the 5-year average, although there has been a slight increase on last year (up 2.6%). Both May and June have recorded increases and this may be as a result of the improved weather which resulted in more transient visitors to the beaches in Ayrshire, including those in North Ayrshire. ASB incidents involving youths accounted for just under 12%. A total of 91 ASB Fixed Penalty Notices have been issued during the Q1 period in North Ayrshire. Local Action/Context: The Safer Shores Initiative is in place to ensure that those living and visiting Ayrshire can do so safely, with our local officers working closely with specialist police resources and partner agencies to address any emerging issues or incidents. Additional and dedicated patrols are deployed in the areas to carry out active patrols, positively engage with the public, to intervene and deal with offences appropriately. The improved weather during June has without doubt impacted on the local community with large numbers travelling to the area to enjoy the beaches. The partnership approach adopted by Prevention First continues to have a positive impact. On the 6th June we introduced locally funded Quad Bikes providing an additional dimension to policing in North Ayrshire. During the reporting period they were deployed assisting with the prevention and detection of Anti-social behaviour in known hotspots and were utilised to locate missing persons. Local action plans continue to impact on known areas of ASB to address community concerns and reports of ASB involving the use of off road vehicles / scramblers. Source: Taken from STORM data extracted through ScOMIS 29
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OFFICIAL—POLICE & PARTNERS 10 SAFER COMMUNITIES—Hate Crime Source: Taken from the iVPD database through ScOMIS Analytical Context: Hate crime across North Ayrshire is currently showing an increase when compared to the same period in 2022/23 (n= 41 this year n=29 last year) and the 5-year average (31.8). The chart opposite highlights that Racial crimes have increased markedly . In total 16 members of the public have been subjected to a racial crime. Of these 2 have been Syrian, 3 were Pakistani, 2 were Indian, 1 Chinese, I African and the remainder were either Mixed Race, English, Scottish and 1 was a French national. There is one repeat victim identified who has been subjected to three racial crimes during the first three months of the year. There are currently no repeat locations identified apart from the home address associated to the repeat victim. Local Action/Context: Addressing the increase in racial crime is a priority in North Ayrshire. Every report of a hate crime attracts additional scrutiny and governance from the Local Area Commander and team to identify patterns of behaviour, repeat victims, locations and to ensure the relentless pursuit of offenders. Local Policing Teams and interventions officer visit the victims of such crimes ensuring appropriate advice and support providing them with a single point of contact. During the reporting period the repeat victim referenced has been targeted by the same perpetrator, who has been arrested on each occasion, appropriate bail conditions are in place and by working alongside the local authority a live Anti Social Behaviour Investigation Team (ASBIT) case is being progressed . During the reporting period no hate crimes have been recorded that feature any Ukrainian or Afghan refugees. 30
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OFFICIAL—POLICE & PARTNERS 11 SAFER COMMUNITIES—Acquisitive Crime Analytical Context: From the table opposite it is evident that the majority of acquisitive type crimes are currently showing increases when compared with last year but decreases when compared with the 5-year average. Fraud type crimes have been on the increase for a number of years, and this has been exacerbated since the start of the pandemic in 2020 as more people moved their shopping habits online making them more vulnerable to potential scams and fake sites. Around 50% of Fraud crimes this year in North Ayrshire can be classed as having a cyber element. Examples of which include goods purchased and not received, monies not received for goods sent or WhatsApp type scams. Whilst housebreaking crimes are also showing an increase this is primarily due to crimes where commercial premises have been broken into. Housebreaking crimes to domestic premises, including non-dwelling domestic premises, have recorded a decrease this year. Local Action/Context: The decrease to domestic housebreakings is positive given the significant emotional impact these crimes have on victims, there is strict governance around each report of housebreaking with each crime being subject to review by local Detective Inspector thus ensuring that evidential and forensic opportunities are maximised that where appropriate crimes are linked to the same offender. The significant increase in crimes of fraud is replicated nationally within North Ayrshire our prevention and Interventions officer works hand and glove with the local authority and trading standards to raise awareness of these crimes to give our communities the tools to spot a scam before they suffer any financial loss. Prevention officers, working with partners, have delivered inputs to 16 events throughout North Ayrshire to support vulnerable members of the community, raise awareness and offer preventative advice on frauds and scams. Events have taken place within local community groups, resource centres, libraries and at community council meetings. Source: Taken from Police Scotland Business Intelligence Portal 31
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OFFICIAL—POLICE & PARTNERS 12 COMMUNITY WELLBEING Local Action/Context: Drugs Harm: Community Wellbeing Unit (CWU) has established a strong and positive partnership with various organisations to address problematic drug use and support individuals in accessing the appropriate support and recovery services. Over the last quarter, CWU have engaged with 86 persons where there has been drug use or addiction involved in their vulnerability. Working closely with addiction services, they identified those who may benefit from their support and referred several directly to the service. They meet with NADARS on a monthly basis to have a multi-agency discussion and plan effective support measures and interventions where appropriate. The partnership discusses and coordinates their efforts in supporting individuals with problematic drug use, sustained poor mental health, repeat offenders and those at risk of homelessness. They share updates on the availability of support services, including the implementation of local Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) standards. This collaborative approach ensures that the partners are aligned in their goals and resources are leveraged effectively. Mental Health: Over the last quarter, CWU have engaged with 111 persons who have come to the attention of the police requiring support with their mental health. CWU have been working closely with partners in relation to a member of the community who had been carrying out significant self-harm causing worry and concern within the family. After several multi-agency meetings and intervention of the CWU, this person is now settled in their own accommodation and no longer requires to have Adult Support and Protection measures in place having stopped self-harming. The partnership approach used has resulted in a significant improvement in the quality of life of all family members and a reduction on demand on both police and Scottish Ambulance Service (SAS). Police Scotland work with partners to review Deaths by Suicide in North Ayrshire. Shared discussions to identify families and communities impacted from deaths by sui- cide continues to take place. Work across all sectors is promoted to raise awareness of support groups available across North Ayrshire to reduce deaths by suicide and to reduce the impact of a death by suicide within the North Ayrshire communities. Youth Engagement: The CWU have maintained and built upon the relationships with young persons in care settings through regular visits and conversations in Children’s Houses. They have provided inputs to the young person’s around topics that have been suggested by staff which they feel they would benefit from such as online safety. They have attended several open day events in collaboration with Connected Communities. 32
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OFFICIAL—POLICE & PARTNERS 13 ROAD SAFETY Source: Taken from Police Scotland Business Intelligence Portal Analytical Context: There has been an increase in the detection of both Speeding offences and Drink/Drug Offences during Q1 within North Ayrshire. However, this is due to increased pro-activity across the area to ensure road users are driving appropriately and safely. In terms of Serious and Fatal Road Accidents—there have been no Fatal Accidents so far this year compared with one last year. However there have been 12 people seriously injured during Q1, this is an increase of 6 since last year and includes two children. There are no repeat locations for incidents where people have been seriously injured. Local Action/Context: Speeding remains a strong focus for Police within North Ayrshire. Regular engagement is conducted between Police, Ayrshire Roads Alliance and North Ayrshire Council to discuss community concerns regarding speeding. All concerns raised via local elected members and the community are identified and assessed by colleagues within Ayrshires Road Policing Unit, where they form daily tasking deployments which are allocated out at briefings. Speeding detections have risen by 15.4% as a result of the proactive approach of the officers of North Ayrshire. Ayrshire’s Road Policing Unit have recently acquired a second unmarked patrol vehicle which is regularly deployed on priority routes in North Ayrshire. In addition, the National Motorcycle Unit have provided support via high visibility and unmarked motorcycle deployments within the sub division. To reduce incidents of Serous Injury on the road network Road Policing officers supported by local officers have carried out a number of localised action plans within North Ayrshire at eight key areas including Millport and Arran during the reporting period and have also specifically targeted Mobile phone offences , seatbelts and child restraint action plan. Local Policing Teams continue to respond to local community feedback and undertake speed detection patrols. Two large scale car cruises have been held at Irvine Beach park in the review period. Both events attracting in excess of 3000 vehicles from all over the UK. Local officers supported by Ayrshire’s Road Policing Unit and specialist officers from the Air Support unit deployed during these events to monitor and respond to incidents of anti-social driving in and around the area . During both cruise events there has been engagement with partners to reduce the impact on the local community both during and after the cruise. During both events there has been enforcement around Road Traffic and Anti social Behaviour offences. 33
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OFFICIAL—POLICE & PARTNERS 14 PUBLIC CONFIDENCE—Survey Information User Experience - Current Position The information on the table below is from data gathered in the April 2023 to June 2023 for North Ayrshire. It should also be noted that the ‘Feeling adequately informed’ question has changed in 2022/23 and only applies to those who stated they expected to be kept informed. Your Survey The following information is based on data from April to June 2023 (we might want to consider if this should be included due to the low numbers) Local Action/Context: The Your Police Survey remains open for all police and members of the public to provide their views on Policing in the Local Community. Local officers continue to promote engagement with Your Police Survey at all events and community engagements with regular broadcast son media and social media channels. How safe do you feel in your local area? Male Female Total Respond- ents Very Safe Fairly Safe Total Very Safe Fairly Safe Very Safe Fairly Safe North 20% 40% 60% 0% 33.33% 50% 50% 5 Concern about Crime Male Female Total Respond- ents Increased a Lot Increased a Little Total Increased a Lot Increased a Little Increased a Lot Increased a Little North 60% 0% 60% 66.67% 0% 50% 0% 5 Questions YTD Force YTD Female Male Blank/ Other Number of Respondents 87 3885 42 15 30 Ease of Contact? (% Easy and Very Easy) 72% 70% 69% 73% 77% Being provided with the appropriate response? (% Yes) 72% 63% 76% 77% 63% Feeling adequately informed about progress made with your report 59% 49% 60% 14% 83% Overall Satisfaction? (% Satisfied or Very Satisfied) 61% 48% 64% 47% 63% 34
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OFFICIAL—POLICE & PARTNERS 15 PUBLIC CONFIDENCE—Complaints Against the Police Complaints about the Police Breakdown of Case Categories Breakdown of On Duty Allegations Breakdown of Quality of Service Allegation TOTAL COMPLAINT CASES RECEIVED TOTAL NUMBER OF ALLEGATIONS RE- CEIVED YTD LYTD % CHANGE YTD LYTD % CHANGE TOTAL 79 94 -16.0% 105 131 -19.8% North Ayrshire 17 31 -45.2% 22 45 -51.1% FLR (Early Resolution) FLR PSD (NCARU) FLR (Spec or PSD) Criminal Complaint Non Criminal (not FLR) Abandoned Withdrawn Ongoing (NCARU) Not Relevant Complaint U DIVISION 0 27 3 5 26 10 4 4 0 North Ayrshire Council 0 8 1 0 4 1 0 3 0 Breakdown of Allegations Assault Corrupt Practice Discriminato- ry Behaviour Excess Force Incivility Irregularity in Proce- dure Neglect of Duty Oppres- sive Con- duct/ Harass- ment Other - Crim- inal Non- Criminal Traffic Irregulari- ty/ Offence Unlawful Unneces- sary Ar- rest or Detention U DIVISION 6 0 1 5 9 33 2 1 0 0 3 2 North Ayrshire 0 0 0 0 1 10 0 0 0 0 0 1 Quality of Service Policy/Procedure Service Delivery Service Outcome U DIVISION TOTAL 15 7 21 North Ayrshire 2 3 5 35
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OFFICIAL—POLICE & PARTNERS 16 GLOSSARY OF TERMS Acronym Details ASB Anti-Social Behaviour ASBIT Anti-Social Behaviour Investigation Team CWU Community Wellbeing Unit CYTD Current Year to Date DAIU Domestic Abuse Investigation Unit DAST Domestic Abuse Safeguarding Team DRD Drug Related Deaths DSDAS Disclosure Scheme for Domestic Abuse Scotland NAC North Ayrshire Council FLR Front Line Resolution GIRFEC Getting It Right For Every Child HMP Her Majesty's Prison LPP Local Policing Plan LPT Local Policing Team LYTD Last Year to Date MARAC Multi Agency Risk Assessment Conference NCARU National Complaints and Resolution Unit Non-Rec Non Recent (over one year from incident occurring) PACT Pro-Active Crime Team PSOS Police Service of Scotland PYTD Previous Year to Date QoS Quality of Service (relates to complaints) RADAR Rapid Access to Drug and Alcohol Recovery SARC Sexual Assault Referral Centre ScOMIS Scottish Operational and Management Information System SFRS Scottish Fire and Rescue Service SWD Social Work Department VAWG Violence Against Women and Girls YTD Year to Date 36