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Top weekend connecting with the local car scene in West Lothian. We spoke to 60 drivers about keeping our road network safe. Enforcement action was taken where needed for phones, insurance, seatbelts, speed, lights & excessive noise. Enjoy the car life safely. #DriveSmart
A night scene showing police cars with high-visibility markings on a wet road, with an officer directing traffic.

ALT A night scene showing police cars with high-visibility markings on a wet road, with an officer directing traffic.

A night-time view of a road with a silver car, traffic cones, a reflective sign, and a person in a high-vis jacket.

ALT A night-time view of a road with a silver car, traffic cones, a reflective sign, and a person in a high-vis jacket.

A night-time scene featuring a Scottish police SUV parked on a wet road with officers in high-visibility gear nearby.

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Tonight (02/10/2026) Roads Policing officers will be carrying out dedicated patrols, to deter the antisocial use of vehicles, in and around West Lothian in marked and unmarked vehicles. Please drive respectfully, safely and ensure that you vehicle is fit to be on the road.
Three white Volvo police cars with high-visibility yellow and blue markings parked in a line on a road.

ALT Three white Volvo police cars with high-visibility yellow and blue markings parked in a line on a road.

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On Wednesday 30th September, #ForthVallyRP worked alongside @DriveInsured. They charged 6 people with insurance offences and seized 5 vehicles. Several drivers were warned for failing to update their policy after swapping to private plates. Double-check yours! #OpDriveInsured
A British police car with yellow and blue battenburg livery parked on the hard shoulder of a motorway.

ALT A British police car with yellow and blue battenburg livery parked on the hard shoulder of a motorway.

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The driver of this vehicle was pursued by #DundeeRP and swiftly apprehended after trying to make off on foot, turning a simple document offence into a potential driving ban 🤦 🛞 Dangerous Driving 🏃 Failing to Stop ❌ No Insurance 💊 Drug Driving #DriveInsured #Fatal5
A night-time dashcam view of a silver Volkswagen Golf with its driver-side door open on a dark road.

ALT A night-time dashcam view of a silver Volkswagen Golf with its driver-side door open on a dark road.

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#GlasgowRP spotted this vehicle in Paisley earlier today. The driver didn't listen to our #DontRiskIt advice. Driving with no licence and insurance meant their journey was cut short, they had to walk home and now have an appearance in court. ⬇️Details Below ⬇️ #Fatal5 #S165
Vehicle seized by police in the Paisley area for being driven with no licence or insurance.

ALT Vehicle seized by police in the Paisley area for being driven with no licence or insurance.

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#FifeRP carried out speed checks on the A92. They observed two drivers who were driving excessively over the 70mph speed limit. Both drivers will be reported to @COPFS #Fatal5
Speed detection device showing 117 mph

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Speed detection device showing 112 mph

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#FifeRP along with local officers from Glenrothes traced this stolen vehicle in the Kingskettle area. The occupants attempted to run from officers but were swiftly captured and arrested. Vehicle seized and a report will be submitted to @COPFS
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Pass wide and slow! #DalkeithRP teamed up with the Police Mounted Unit around Dunbar & Stenton today. Officers educated 37 drivers on safe horse-passing distance, with 5 warnings issued for poor manoeuvres. A great session raising awareness! #LoseTheBlinkers #DriveSmart
Two mounted police officers on horses and two standing officers with a woman in front of a Police Scotland vehicle.

ALT Two mounted police officers on horses and two standing officers with a woman in front of a Police Scotland vehicle.

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#FifeRP spotted this vehicle in the Dunfermline area. The vehicle was confirmed to be stolen and the driver had multiple warrants, no driving licence or insurance. A large quantity of controlled drugs were found within. Vehicle seized and driver arrested.
Black coloured vehicle and unmarked Police patrol vehicle

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Road Safety Course 17/10/2026 10am - 4.30pm Bruce House, Egin Street, Dunfermline, KY127SA £30 per person - all proceeds will go to the Scottish Charity Air Ambulance Age 17+ To book your place call Phoenix Driving School on 07568592235
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#FifeRP stopped the driver of this vehicle who was driving outwith the conditions of their driving licence. Provisional licence holders MUST be suitably supervised and display "L" plates. More Info: orlo.uk/DNK1k
White coloured motorcar stopped by Police

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#DalkeithRP send best wishes to all involved with The Tour of Britain and Tour ‘o’ the Borders on Sunday 6th September. Road users should plan ahead and allow extra time for journeys. Please be patient, courteous and remember to leave plenty of space for cyclists. #ClosePass
A police officer and a cyclist stand on a mat demonstrating safe overtaking distance in front of a police car.

ALT A police officer and a cyclist stand on a mat demonstrating safe overtaking distance in front of a police car.

A cyclist in a neon yellow jacket rides along a rural road past a 'Give cyclists space' sign.

ALT A cyclist in a neon yellow jacket rides along a rural road past a 'Give cyclists space' sign.

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Difficult to find something right with this one. Stopped by #StirlingRP in Falkirk for no insurance, we then found a tyre down to the wire and a faulty handbrake. Unsurprisingly, the vehicle was seized on the spot and a prohibition issued. #DriveSmart #OpDriveInsured
A view from a police car looking out onto a residential street with parked cars and brick houses under a grey sky.

ALT A view from a police car looking out onto a residential street with parked cars and brick houses under a grey sky.

A worn car tyre with a bald inner edge showing exposed casing, indicating severe tread wear.

ALT A worn car tyre with a bald inner edge showing exposed casing, indicating severe tread wear.

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#FifeRP stopped this vehicle in the Kelty area. The officers could smell cannabis coming from within. The driver failed the @DrugWipeUK and was arrested in order to obtain a blood sample. #Fatal5
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#FifeRP have been carrying out speed checks near to Aberdour. They observed this vehicle being driven at 53mph in a 30mph limit. Furthermore, there was no valid policy of insurance for the vehicle. The driver will be reported to @COPFS #Fatal5
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Police Scotland Safety Cameras is reminding drivers that if they drive too fast, they could become the story behind the speed camera, reinforcing the message that speed cameras are placed where someone has been killed or injured due to speeding.
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#DunsRP conducted mobile patrol with DVLA inspector on the A68, A6105 and A697 where they stopped 11 vehicle. Offences include 17 x Immediate prohibitions 1 x Delayed prohibitions 1 x Advisory 1 x Warning trailer tyre 1 x Warning trailer light #DriveSmart
A Police Scotland car parked on a wet road while a person in a high-visibility jacket inspects a trailer ahead.

ALT A Police Scotland car parked on a wet road while a person in a high-visibility jacket inspects a trailer ahead.

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Come down and meet the teams and find out how we can all keep our roads and communities safer. Morrisons, Mart Street, Hawick Saturday 29th August between 10am and 2pm. #ArriveAlive
Promotional poster for a Road Safety Event in Hawick on 29th August at Morrisons, featuring emergency services.

ALT Promotional poster for a Road Safety Event in Hawick on 29th August at Morrisons, featuring emergency services.

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Come down and meet the teams and find out how we can all keep our roads and communities safer. Morrisons, Mart Street, Hawick Saturday 29th August between 10am and 2pm. #ArriveAlive
Promotional poster for a Road Safety Event in Hawick on 29th August at Morrisons, featuring emergency services.

ALT Promotional poster for a Road Safety Event in Hawick on 29th August at Morrisons, featuring emergency services.

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132mph, no MOT, no tax. We stopped a black Golf R on the A1 southbound after it was clocked doing nearly DOUBLE the speed limit. Driving like this puts everyone at risk. The driver will now answer to court for dangerous driving, no MOT, and no tax. #DriveSmart
A digital display panel showing a speed of -132 mph, a time of 20:08:21, and a distance of 247.77m.

ALT A digital display panel showing a speed of -132 mph, a time of 20:08:21, and a distance of 247.77m.

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