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Annual Seminar 2006 and
Community Safety Awards 2005-06










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Around 60 people attended the sixth Annual Community Safety Seminar held by Aberdeenshire Community Safety Partnership at Woodhill House, Aberdeen on Saturday 25 March 2006.

During the seminar the Aberdeenshire Community Safety Awards for 2005-2006, sponsored by Glenvarigill Company Limited, Aberdeen, were presented.
Glenvarigill logo & link to the Glenvarigill web site

The photographs below show some of the presentations and awards.

The Welcome and Keynote Address.
Willie Munro, the chairman of the Aberdeenshire Community Safety Partnership Steering Group, opens the seminar
William Munro, Kincardine and Mearns Area Manager with Aberdeenshire Council, chaired the event. Mr Munro is also Chair of the Aberdeenshire Community Safety Partnership. 		David Dalziel, Chief Fire Officer, Grampian Fire & Rescue Service, gives the Keynote Address
The keynote address was delivered by David Dalziel, Chief Fire Officer, Grampian Fire & Rescue Service.		 Top of page
Three breakout sessions were held.

Driving Ambition


Jim Gill, Road Casualty Reduction Unit, Grampian Police.
Jim Gill of Grampian Police describes "Driving Ambition"

Driving Ambition is a multi-agency initiative aimed at sixth year school pupils who are about to embark on their driving careers. It is designed to last one day and it's aim is to highlight the potential problems which young and inexperienced drivers may encounter on the roads, and ultimately, to provide advice on safer driving techniques.

In addition to Grampian Police, it also utilises the services of several other agencies who have a vested interest in road safety. These include the Driving Standards Agency, Grampian Fire & Rescue Service, local driving instructors and local mechanics.



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Fire Cadet Programme


Denis Beedie, Grampian Fire & Rescue Service.
Denis Beedie of Grampian Fire & Rescue Service describes the Fire Cadet Programme

The aims of the Grampian Fire Cadet Scheme are:

  • To assist in the members' development, both mentally and physically while promoting self discipline, social consciousness and community awareness.
  • To foster the spirit of adventure, promoting the Fire Service and increase awareness of Fire Safety.
By developing individuals in areas of:
  • Teamwork
  • Leadership
  • Self confidence
  • Social awareness
  • Communication
  • Responsibility for self and others
Click for a Fire Cadet photo

Youth Justice - Tackling Antisocial Behaviour

Marie McElhill, Aberdeenshire Council.
Marie McElhill, Aberdeenshire Council describes "Youth Justice - Tackling Antisocial Behaviour "

The Aberdeenshire Youth Justice Partnership strives to reduce youth crime and contribute to the creation of safer communities through the development and delivery of effective programmes to address youth offending and its causes.

The current context for Youth Justice in Scotland is influenced by both recent legislation and Scottish Executive policy initiatives. One addition to legislation pertaining to both adults and young people is the Anti-Social Behaviour Act 2004.

The breakout session focussed primarily on voluntary measures within guidance i.e. the use of Acceptable Behaviour Contracts (A.B.C's) with both young people and adults to attempt to address their anti-social behaviour/s as well considering Anti-Social Behaviour Orders (ASBO's) and their use within Aberdeenshire.

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Three safety awards (one winner and two runners up) were presented by Tom Hynd of Glenvarigill Co. Ltd., Aberdeen.

Winner - £300 plus trophy


Mrs Joan McKinley and Mrs Christina Ord
Mrs Joan McKinley and Mrs Christina Ord receive the Winners' Award

Formation of a Neighbourhood Watch at Whinhill Terrace, Banff.

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Runners-up £100 plus Certificate

Hatton Area Residents Association

Members of the Hatton Area Residents Association receive a Runners-up Award

"Giving a Heart to Hatton" project, particularly this year provision of youth shelter and ongoing work and fund raising to provide hall extension for a variety of uses.

Runners-up £100 plus Certificate

Making a Difference Project, Ellon

Members of the Making a Difference Project, Ellon receive a Runners-up Award

A variety of initiatives working with young people to reduce the number of young people abusing alcohol or drugs and making positive life choices.
Four Community Safety Commendations and the Volunteer of the Year were presented by Tom Hynd of Glenvarigill Co. Ltd., Aberdeen.

Commendation 1

Mr. Clark Stephens

Clark Stephens receives a Certificate of Commendation

For his bravery and measured response to a situation where another young person was injured and in danger.

Commendation 2



Grampian Police Constable receives a Certificate of Commendation

For contribution to Community Safety in the Banff and District area.

Commendation 3

Safe Drive Stay Alive Team

X receives a Certificate of Commendation on behalf of the Safe Drive Stay Alive Team

For contribution towards reduction in road traffic collisions in Aberdeenshire and Aberdeen City. The commendation was accepted by Ian Hackers of Exxon Mobil - the main sponsor for the event.
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Commendation 4

Banff Area Youth Forum

For involvement in a variety of youth initiatives and projects in the Banff area.
Representatives of the Forum were unable to attend the Seminar.

Volunteer of the year

Alan Sibbald, Garioch & North Community Safety Group
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For contribution to Community Safety by keeping the website updated and promotion of all aspects of Community Safety through the website.

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