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Scots councillors urged to carry alarms to stay safe

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tracing apps on their phones to keep them safe while carrying out their duties. The guidance has been sent to Scotland’s 32 local authorities to support "lone working".

Alison Evison, president of the Convention of Scottish Local Authorities, said: "Our councillors often carry out duties in various locations, including in community spaces, online and in the homes of constituents."They also frequently work outside of regular office hours and undertake duties independently.

With this in mind it is essential that safe working practices are considered."Suggestions include personal safety training, satnav style devices and emergency alarms.The Record reported last month how a councillor in South Lanarkshire had been forced out of public life.

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