This is the moment police arrested a clinical support worker for bringing a homemade explosive packed with gunpowder to the hospital where he worked. Mohammad Farooq, 28, is standing trial at Sheffield Crown Court accused of preparing acts of terrorism google.com/amp/s/www.dail…

After almost two full decades with Police Scotland Ayrshire it is time to hang up my numerals and move to ‘K’ Division Police Scotland Renfrewshire & Inverclyde where a new adventure awaits. Thanks to all of my friends and colleagues for my lovely gifts. #PoliceFamily #Communities

First few days out with my new team. People trying to make a difference. Great to meet up with some of our partners from RenCouncil too. #Communities

Out with the team again in Paisley tonight, assisted by our Special Constables. All from very different day jobs with a collective passion for policing. Truly inspirational dedication to our communities #SpecialConstables #Partnerships

Anti Social Behaviour has been an issue in the Tannahill area for a long time. Repeated incidents since I started in Renfrewshire. We can only get to the heart of the problem with the help of the community. facebook.com/share/Q4pz5zyG… #CommunityPolicing

Fantastic partnership initiative led by Sgt Paul Tomkinson & now retired Insp Iain Murray from Police Scotland Ayrshire, in collaboration with East Ayrshire, to launch Cut & Connect. This project exemplifies partnership & prevention, grounded in compassion & care. news.stv.tv/west-central/c…

Renfrewshire Community Policing Team have been responding to reports of antisocial behaviour in our parks and on the cycle paths between Paisley and Johnstone. #YouSaidWeDid #CommunityPolicing

Duties in Glasgow last weekend. Met 7yo Sgt Jackson. Hope he had a great day.

Officers from Renfrewshire ‘Local Problem Solving Team’ have been providing increased patrols around Tannahill Terrace, Paisley after recent reports of fire raising and theft. To report any issues call 101 or 999 in an emergency). #YouSaidWeDid #CommunityPolicing #LPSTPaisley

Officers from Renfrewshire ‘Local Problem Solving Team’ have been on patrol across Renfrewshire responding to several complaints regarding the anti-social use of off road bikes. #YouSaidWeDid #CommunityPolicing #ATVPatrol

Officers attended at the Ralston Fun Day where they were promoting the vital role Special Constables play to the police service and the local community. For more information, please see here ⬇️ orlo.uk/S4hnQ #JobLikeNoOther #SpecialConstable

Wee visitor in Renfrewshire last night. I encouraged Catherine to join as a special 15 years ago. She has been a great support to me through the years. Police Scotland Ayrshire I promise I’m not poaching her 😜#SpecialConstable #Friends #CommunityPolicing

Great to get a catch up and see what can be improved locally. #Partnerships

Responding to complaints from residents, officers from Renfrewshire Local Problem Solving Team attended Brediland Road, Paisley to conduct high visibility speed checks. #LPST #YouSaidWeDid

Officers from Renfrewshire Local Problem Solving Policing Team continue to visit areas identified for youth disorder and anti social behaviour. If you are experiencing issues in your area, please get in touch. #LPST #YouSaidWeDid Picture Hawkhead, Paisley

Officers from Renfrewshire Local Problem Solving Team have been carrying out road safety speed checks in Hawkhead Road, Paisley after reports of anti-social driving and excessive speed in the area. #RenfrewshireLPST #YouSaidWeDid #CommunityPolicing

Renfrewshire's LPST will be out supporting the safe delivery of Paisley's Halloween Festival.

Today, I finished my tenure as Divisional Commander in Police Scotland Renfrewshire & Inverclyde Division the same way I started - by walking the Paisley town beat. I am incredibly grateful to officers and staff for their ‘ginerous’ (pun intended) gifts. I am genuinely touched. 1/2

Officers from #RenfrewshireLPST on Quad (ATV) patrols in our parks and open spaces across Renfrewshire last night, after reports of antisocial use of off road bikes. They also stopped and seized a motorcycle for an alleged no insurance offence. #YouSaidWeDid #CommunityPolicing

Local officers at #LiliasDay in Kilbarchan today. They are being supported by Special Constable Daisley. #VolunteersWeek #CommunityPolicing