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Police begin summer patrols to tackle anti-social behaviour at Cairngorms National Park hotspots


By Lorna Thompson

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POLICE patrols have been introduced at the Cairngorms National Park to tackle anti-social behaviour.

Police Scotland officers joined Cairngorms National Park Authority (CNPA) and Forest and Land Scotland (FLS) staff on patrol at Glenmore last weekend.

The joint patrols will continue for a further five weeks.

Extra resources from the Highland Council have been made available to allow Police Scotland to commit additional officers to be in attendance in the evenings in the Cairngorm and Glenmore area to deal with any issues if they arise.

The visible police presence at key times in visitor hotspots is designed to tackle any incidence of anti-social behaviour, ensure people stay safe and protect wildlife and habitats.

A CNPA ranger and an officer from Police Scotland on patrol at Glenmore.
A CNPA ranger and an officer from Police Scotland on patrol at Glenmore.

Grant Moir, CNPA chief executive, said: "It is great to be working with Police Scotland, the Highland Council and Forest and Land Scotland in putting together this partnership initiative, which will result in an enhanced police presence in the Cairngorm and Glenmore area, including Loch Morlich beach, at weekends over the summer holidays.

"The vast majority of the visitors to the park are enjoying their experience and behaving very well. The combined presence of rangers and the police at key times will help support everyone to have a great time in the park and in a way that protects the local environment."

Area Commander Chief Inspector Jenny Valentine said: "Local officers regularly patrol busy areas in and around the national park and have been working closely with partners to tackle issues.

"Access rights are not an excuse for anti-social behaviour and so we welcome the opportunity to work proactively with partners to ensure that the area remains a safe and enjoyable place to visit."


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