Organised crime groups can cause serious harm to the environment if left unchallenged or held to account. As #SOCTaskforce partners Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA) suggest, everyone has a role to play in disrupting serious organised crime and if you #SeeSomethingSaySomething

Partners on the #SOCTaskforce are fully committed to disrupting the disgusting crime of trafficking of human beings. While partners will use every means at their disposal to hold to account those responsible, it is important that appropriate support is provided to those exploited

Our officers targeted County Lines drug dealers to help protect vulnerable people during a pro-active week of action with National Police Chiefs' Council (NPCC) and Serious Organised Crime Taskforce. They also seized illegal drugs and offensive weapons including a firearm. More: ow.ly/VxXT50PYUwH

A new initiative led by Police Scotland and supported by the #SOCTaskforce will see officers engage with businesses to help combat crime, share prevention advice and create safer environments. Further info at: scotland.police.uk/what-s-happeni…

Good outcome for #SOCTaskforce partners HMRC Press Office. The smuggling of illicit goods is not a victimless crime and can help support other forms of organised crime. If you #SeeSomethingSaySomething.

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Find out about some of the work undertaken by partners on behalf of the #SOCTaskforce by reading the latest Progress Report.

A successful outcome for #SOCTaskforce partners Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA) using its powers to ensure that crime does not pay. The waste sector is not a soft touch for this type of criminal activity and offenders should realise this.

Significant seizures by #SOCTaskforce partners Police Scotland ensuring that criminals have a reduced ability to inflict harm on our communities. A good start to the new year but our efforts to disrupt OCGs continue. If you #SeeSomethingSaySomething.

If your organisation is in the Public or Third Sector and you haven't attended this exercise, take advantage and hear about how to build your resilience to cyber threats. #CyberSecurity.

Timely advice below from Cyber and Fraud Centre - Scotland for those who are contacted by HMRC about self-assessment returns, tax rebates, updating your personal details. Be extra vigilant and ensure you are not caught out by scammers. #StopTheScammers.

We welcome the launch of Fearless Scotland Drug Awareness Campaign. Young people are too often seen as a disposable resource by criminals who will exploit them for their own gain. This campaign plays an important role in giving young people a safe space in which to raise concerns.

Welcome this pilot from Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA) on efforts to disrupt the illegal dumping of waste. Make sure you know your responsibilities and don’t be taken in by social media adverts. If you #SeeSomethingSaySomething

The #SOCTaskforce supports the annual scam campaign from partners TradingStandardsScot. Lots of good advice available to protect you from falling foul to callous scammers. Sign up to their #ScamShare bulletin and if you #SeeSomethingSaySomething.

The #SOCTaskforce welcomes the conviction of a high-ranking member of an OCG who sought to bring untold misery to the streets of Scotland. A great example of partnership working and perseverance delivering great results. #NoHidingPlace #SeeSomethingSaySomething

Congratulations to #SOCTaskforce partners, Action for Children Scotland, on the publication of the evaluation report into its SOC Early Intervention Service. This valuable service works with vulnerable young people to prevent them from being criminally exploited.

Significant disruption to the OCG with the seizure of £40 million of cocaine. Congratulations to all involved in helping reduce the harm threat to our communities. #SeeSomethingSaySomething

Thanks to all contributors at the conference on criminal exploitation. A very positive day building on the guidance published by the #SOCTaskforce in 2023. Collectively we must work better to protect our children and vulnerable adults from being criminally exploited.

Organised criminals have no qualms about selling counterfeit vodka, all designed to increase their wealth regardless of potential consequences to individuals. It is not worth the risk. If it's too good a deal contact the authorities. #SeeSomethingSaySomething

It was a productive introductory meeting and provided an opportunity to discuss respective roles and establish a foundation for a strengthened relationship with Scottish Government. [2/2] #IPCO #Oversight