Violence

The violence agenda is being driven through the Edinburgh Violence Reduction Programme (EVRP).  The programme, which was formally launched on the 6 May 2008, is multi-agency in nature bringing together partners from numerous organisations that have demonstrated a commitment to tackling violence.

The aim of the EVRP is to create a safer environment in Edinburgh, where violence is deemed unacceptable, by:

• reducing murder, attempted murder, serious assault and robbery
• reducing A&E admission (for violence)
• increasing reporting of violence against women
• increasing the number of offenders brought to justice
• reducing crime and the fear of violent crime in Edinburgh

Three workstreams have been identified which are believed will deliver the greatest impact on violence reduction, these are:

• Violence Against Women
• Alcohol and the Night-Time Economy
• Other Street Violence

Further information can be found on subsequent pages.

Relevant Publications

Edinburgh Violence Reduction Programme 2008-2013 (1.7 Mb)

No Excuse! Violence Against Women Strategy 2008-2013 (Word) (3.9 Mb)

No Excuse! Violence Against Women Strategy 2008-2013 (PDF) (3.8 Mb)

Primary Prevention of Violence Newsletter - Issue 2 (204 Kb)