Vacancy: Board Members
The deadline for applications is now closed.
RMA Blog: Developing Knowledge of the Assessment and Management of Individuals Convicted of Offences Relating to Indecent Images of Children
Establishing the most reliable and valid methods for assessing the impact of offences relating to indecent images of children (IIOC) or child sexual exploitation material (CSEM) is an…
Reflecting on 20 Years of the RMA Making Scotland Safer
On Wednesday 8 October, we were pleased to be joined by colleagues from across the justice sector to mark 20 years of the Risk Management Authority (RMA). In 2007,…
A HUMAN RIGHTS ANALYSIS OF ORDERS FOR LIFELONG RESTRICTION: A DISCUSSION PAPER
The Risk Management Authority welcomes the publication of the Scottish Human Rights Commission (SHRC) discussion paper on Orders for Lifelong Restriction (OLR) and we look forward to engaging…
ANALYSIS FINDS HIGH RATES OF PSYCHOPATHY IN INDIVIDUALS SENTENCED TO AN ORDER FOR LIFELONG RESTRICTION (OLR)
Psychopathy has been described as one of the most important psychological constructs in forensic practice and has been extensively researched; this new study focusses specifically on the prevalence…
Supporting Risk Management Approaches in the Scottish Justice System
Research is the foundation of all that we do at the RMA. We compile and publish research so that our approach is informed by the best available evidence…
Research to Inform Discussions on Pre-Trial Risk Assessment in Scotland
To make sure Scotland has an effective, modern and person-centred justice system that respects everyone’s human rights, we use evidence to develop risk assessment and management methods that are tailored to the roles of those involved.
2025-26 Business Plan Published
The Risk Management Authority has published the 2025-26 Business Plan outlining the planned work to continue to make Scotland safer
Update to Standards and Guidelines for Risk Management
The Standards and Guidelines relate to the management of individuals who present a risk of serious harm or are subject to an Order for Lifelong Restriction.
RMA Blog: Making Scotland Safer – The Future of RMA Training
In this blog, our Training Lead Julie talks us through our current training provision and what to expect next from the RMA.
