Our purpose
His Majesty's Inspectorate of Constabulary in Scotland (HMICS) provides independent scrutiny of both Police Scotland and the Scottish Police Authority (SPA).
Our approach is to support Police Scotland and the SPA to deliver services that are high quality, continually improving, effective and responsive to local needs.
News
Police Custody in Forth Valley Inspected
9th July 2025
Survey launched to improve sheriff court citation process
14th March 2025
Video links
HMICS Scrutiny plan 2025-28 - Craig Naylor
12th March 2025
HMICS Thematic inspection of road policing in Scotland
5th November 2024
HM Chief Inspector, Craig Naylor - Annual report 2023-24
25th September 2024