Road Policing Scotland

All trailer tyres must have a minimum tread depth of 1.6 mm across the central three-quarters of the tyre and around the entire circumference. #Tyres #KeepingPeopleSafe

Motorcycles make up around 1% of traffic on Scotland's roads but account for 18% of fatalities. This highlights the disproportionate vulnerability of motorcyclists on our roads. Our #MotorcycleSafetyCampaign aims to promote safer riding/driving with a view to reducing casualties

#FifeRP stopped this vehicle on the M90 near to Dunfermline. The driver was found to be driving out with the conditions of their driving licence and not having valid insurance for the vehicle. Vehicle seized and a report will be submitted to @COPFS

As part of our #MotorcycleSafetyCampaign, officers from the #NationalMotorcycleUnit were on patrol yesterday on the A93. Our officers are on patrol across key motorcycling routes again today with a view to encouraging and enforcing safer use of our roads. #KeepingPeopleSafe

Officers from the #NationalMotorcycleUnit will be assisting @PSOSGreaterGlas at the @ScottishCup final at #Hampden in #Glasgow later today. Allow extra time for travel to and from the event and please follow the safety advice of Police and Stewards #KeepingPeopleSafe

No matter how well you know a road, it’s easy to underestimate the risks in the country. It’s important to always be ready for the unexpected to happen. Take care on country roads. click here for some helpful advice ➡️ orlo.uk/NsLqx

Delivered by Fife Council Safer Communities, #FifeRP took part in a Drivewise 65+ courses providing drivers with practical tips, advice and confidence to help them stay safer on the roads.

#FifeRP carried out a joint day of action with @DVSAgovuk in the Kirkcaldy area. A number of offences were detected including: ❌ Overweight vehicles ❌ Vehicle in dangerous condition ❌ Driving licence offences ❌ Insurance offences ❌ Person arrested on warrant

#FifeRP were carrying out speed checks on the A92 near to Kirkcaldy when they observed this vehicle travelling at 124mph! The driver will be reported to @COPFS Speeding can have fatal consequences! More info: orlo.uk/QGm5d #fatal5

#FifeRP were carrying out speed checks on the A92 near to Kirkcaldy when they observed this vehicle travelling in excess of the speed limit. The driver thereafter failed a drug wipe and was arrested. A report will be submitted to @COPFS #fatal5

There are still far too many collisions involving motorcycles on our roads. Please 🚗🏍 take care AT & APPROACHING junctions 🚗🚚 look for motorcycles before manoeuvring 🏍🚗 only overtake when it is safe to do so & you are SURE you can complete the manoeuvre safely #ThinkBike

14/05/2026 #DalkeithRP deployed to Heartlands Services, M8, with #DVSA. A number of offences were detected during the road check, 1 vehicle was seized, due to having no insurance and others were prohibited from use on our roads, due to being in a dangerous condition.

This weekend our officers will be out on the roads network, not just to enforce but to engage with all road users, with a view to reducing casualties. The choices you make while driving/riding matter. We want everyone to arrive home safely! #MotorcycleSafetyCampaign

Scotland offers exceptional roads for exploring on a motorcycle. Some route suggestions are in the link. As part of our #MotorcycleSafetyCampaign the #NationalMotorcycleUnit will also be on patrol on these routes helping to #KeepPeopleSafe #ThinkBike orlo.uk/Q4XFN

Thanks to everyone who attended our recent #RiderRefinement event in Stirling earlier this week. We hope you all found it beneficial. If you are interested in attending one of our courses, details can be found here orlo.uk/uX5a0 @IAMRoadSmart #MotorcycleSafetyCampaign

(2 of 2) after a break or simply want to brush up on your skills? Why not enrol in our #RiderRefinement courses in partnership with @IAMRoadSmart? Courses available at various locations across Scotland. click here orlo.uk/mmgxy for details #MotorcycleSafetyCampaign

(1 of 2) Officers from Police Scotland's #NationalMotorcycleUnit are at the North West 200 races in Northern Ireland working in partnership with Police Force's throughout the UK to promote safer riding with a view to reducing casualties on our roads. New to biking, returning....

Officers from Police Scotland #NationalMotorcycleUnit are supporting the delivery of PSNI Bike Safe while supporting Force's from across the UK at the North West 200 #BikeSafe #RiderRefinement

Officers from Police Scotland's #NationalMotorcycleUnit are at the North West 200 races in Northern Ireland working in partnership with Police Force's throughout the UK to promote safer riding habits.

New ‘Dust Off Your Leathers’ event boosts rider skills & confidence 🏍️ ☀️ Courses available nationwide: Book now 👉 iamroadsmart.com/courses-servic… For safety advice, visit 👉 roadsafety.scot/road-user-advi…