The Risk Management Authority's purpose is to make Scotland safer by setting the standard for risk practice to reduce reoffending and the harm that it causes

Our duties focus on protecting the public by ensuring that robust risk assessment and risk management practices are in place to reduce the risk of serious harm posed by violent and sexual offenders

working towards a safer Scotland

What we do

The RMA works closely with partner agencies to develop and promote risk assessment and management practices that are proportionate, meaningful and legitimate. And by supporting the practitioners who work within the field of criminal justice, helping them to carry out their work effectively and consistently, we contribute to our wider purpose of reducing reoffending and the harm that it causes.

RMA Scotland @RMAScotland·

30 Jul

Congratulations to Mark McSherry on his appointment as the RMA's new Chief Executive https://t.co/GXX4OLXdgY

RMA Scotland @RMAScotland·

27 Jul

Delighted to confirm that @GTayRMA is the new Head of Risk Practice at the RMA. Responsible for OLR, research, training and standards and guidelines.

RMA Scotland @RMAScotland·

26 Jul

We have a new vacancy - exciting opportunity to take a lead role in delivering the RMA's key functions and supporting stakeholders. Find out more at https://t.co/HITBUtMcR2

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The RMA has delivered 27 Fundamentals of Risk Practice training courses to 568 justice social workers

How we work

We carry out our functions to promote effective practice through working closely with partners across the criminal justice system in Scotland; drawing evidence from national and international research and development programmes to advance a shared framework approach.