News
Every day there is a lot happening to make Glasgow a safer, cleaner, better place. We want to tell everyone who works, lives and visits the city about the work which is underway. From community events to city-wide initiatives, this is where you can find out more.
BBC Behind Closed DoorsThis documentary demonstrates the stark reality of domestic abuse through the words of victims delivered by actors. It illustrates that abuse knows no bounds whatever the victim's social status, religion or age and ASSIST are pleased to support the making of this film. read more |
New Campaign Targets Underage Drinking HotspotsStreet drinking and antisocial behaviour are being tackled in a blitz on two city hotspots. read more |
Hundreds of Volunteers Tackle Litter in CommunitiesA huge clean up involving around 200 volunteers has taken place across Robroyston, Barmulloch and East Balornock. School pupils, church congregations, businesses, residents associations and housing providers got together to pick up litter in the three neighbourhoods. read more |
Glasgow Fast Forwards to the FutureGlasgow is embarking on an ambitious £24million programme aimed at using technology to make life in the city smarter, safer and more sustainable. read more |
Grants Help Residents Transform Eyesore LaneResidents in Battlefield are celebrating after securing council grants to gate and resurface a lane plagued by antisocial behaviour. read more |
Best Bar None Glasgow Awards to be Biggest YetGlasgow employer, Tennent's Caledonian Breweries, has been unveiled as a new funding partner for the Best Bar None Scotland awards. read more |
Stop Stalking in its TracksStalking victim Ann Moulds today (April 16th) helped launch a Glasgow campaign highlighting the warning signs of a crime that ruins lives. Ann is backing a new multi-agency campaign designed to make people aware of the early indicators of stalking and urging them to seek help. read more |
Campaign to Keep Knightswood Crackin'West End residents are being urged to join a campaign to Keep Knightswood Crackin'. A family fun day will be at the centre of four days of action designed to enhance and improve quality of life for Knightswood residents. read more |
Offenders Helps Spruce up WoodlandOffenders are helping clear a community woodland of rubbish and fly-tipping. Community Payback teams have joined a clean-up of Malls Mire, Toryglen, organised by Urban Roots. read more |
Innovation Award for Clampdown on Dirty Dog OwnersA zero tolerance campaign which saw an irresponsible dog owner evicted has won a prestigious innovation award. read more |
Expansion for Best Bar None AwardsGlasgow's Best Bar None awards are being expanded this year with three new categories and an extension into the East End of the city. The moves are designed to boost the number of entries to an all-time high and to recognise the efforts of smaller community based venues. read more |
Trainee Brian Motors Into New JobTeenager Brian Walker's search for work was proving fruitless and frustrating until he landed a training course with Glasgow Community & Safety Services (GCSS). Now the 18-year-old has earned a full-time post with specialist van outfitters Vanax Ltd in Dalmarnock. read more |
Bodycams Help Protect Clean Glasgow OfficersBodycams are being drafted in to boost Glasgow's blitz on litter and dog fouling. Video camera badges are being issued to all Community Enforcement Officers (CEOs) who issue Fixed Penalty Notices (FPNs) to litter louts and irresponsible dog owners as part of the Clean Glasgow campaign. read more |
Festive Revellers Urged to Get Home SafelyOffice party goers and those enjoying festive celebrations are being urged to use Glasgow's Nite Zones to get home safely in the lead up to Christmas. read more |
Glasgow Joins 16 Days of Action Against ViolenceGlasgow residents are being urged to join a march raising awareness of violence against women. read more |
Hundreds of Dirty Dog Owners CollaredMore than 600 Glasgow dog owners have been collared for failing to pick up after their pets. read more |
CEOs assist in arrestCEOs on patrol in Townhead, assisted Police in the arrest of a male causing disorder and involved in theft. read more |
Community Payback Services - This weekThis week our Community Payback Services will be carrying out projects in these areas. read more |
The Elderpark TableWhen 27 diseased trees had to be felled in Elder Park, our Community Payback Training Centre, stepped in to give them a new life. read more |
CEOs avert potential tragedyCommunity Enforcement Officers averted potential tragedy when they spotted 2yr old child at sill of open 2nd floor window. read more |
IFSEC Award Winners
“Glasgow Community and Safety Services represents the perfect liaison between a city council and the local police service aimed squarely at fighting crime and improving the environment for residents and businesses alike... read more |