Chief Inspector Gordon Macleod, violence lead for the Highlands and Islands, outlined the work being done across the division through Operation Respect to reduce incidents of violence and disorder linked to events and licenced premises.
Operation Respect is now in its fifth year and supports Police Scotland’s Safe Summer Campaign, which highlights how violent crime has a substantial economic and social cost to Scotland’s communities.
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Chief Inspector Macleod said for people should drink sensibly and consider the safety of themselves and others.
He said: “Having long enjoyed the reputation, of being the safest place to live, work and visit, we continue to work with our key partners across the Highlands and Islands to make our communities safer and reduce the risk of violence and disorder.
“This year there are a number of music festivals and other licensed events scheduled to take place across the division and we have been working with event organisers to ensure visitors to all these events have an enjoyable experience in a safe friendly environment.”
Summer festival safety advice
20 July 2017
Police Scotland are urging festival fans to enjoy themselves but also to know their limits and keep themselves safe.
Over consumption of alcohol is a contributory factor to acts of violence and disorder at events.
Two major musical events are taking place in the Highlands and islands this weekend.
The Hebridean Celtic Festival is now underway in Stornoway while Olly Murs will perform in Inverness on Saturday evening.