Police Scotland Youth Volunteers in South Ayrshire, East Ayrshire and Cumnock are looking for new members.

Youth volunteers aged 13 to 15 can apply to join a team of young people who aim to learn about Police Scotland whilst volunteering in their communities.

The aims of the Police Scotland Youth Volunteers are:

  • Promote a practical understanding of policing amongst all young people.
  • Encourage the spirit of adventure and good citizenship.
  • Support local policing priorities through volunteering and giving young people a chance to be heard.
  • Inspire young people to participate positively in their communities.

Members must be aged 13-17, able to volunteer for a minimum of three hours a month, and must represent the diversity of their service area.

PSYV South Ayrshire holds weekly sessions on a Tuesday evening from 6.30pm to 8.30pm at Ayrshire College in Ayr.

PSYV East Ayrshire holds weekly sessions on a Thursday evening from 6.30pm to 8.30pm at Ayrshire College in Kilmarnock.

PSYV Cumnock holds weekly sessions on a Thursday evening from 6.30pm to 8.30pm at Dumfries House in Cumnock.

For further information or to obtain an application form, email the group coordinator, PC Stuart Paton, at ayrshirepsyv@scotland.police.uk.