Justice Services
Keeping communities safe through justice social work services
We support people who have found themselves in conflict with the law, change their behaviour and settle back into the community. Our work helps keep South Lanarkshire safe and supports the wellbeing of everyone who lives here.
We assess people, manage risk, and provide support in the community. We also work closely with local partners, so people get the right help at the right time.
What we do
Our justice team works with adults who are involved with the justice system. We help them make positive changes, do what we can to reduce further offending and support people to make recompense to the community for their actions and repay the harm caused.
Our aims are to:
- help people live safely and securely in their communities
- reduce reoffending by tackling the reasons behind offending behaviour
- support people to make amends and build better futures for themselves and their families
- work closely with local organisations to protect the public
- contribute to safer communities across South Lanarkshire
How community justice works
Community justice brings together local services to prevent offending and support people returning to the community after time in prison.
The Community Justice (Scotland) Act 2016 sets out how this should work across the country. Under this law, justice social work is part of the wider Community Justice Partnership.
The national vision for community justice is to:
- prevent and reduce further offending by addressing the causes of crime
- support people who have offended to reintegrate safely and reach their potential
Community Justice Scotland supports this work by:
- providing independent assurance to Scottish Ministers on progress
- offering learning, development and innovation resources for local areas
We work closely with partner agencies to ensure we are contributing towards the Community Planning Partnership. Please read our Community Justice Outcome Improvment Plan 2024-2029.
Contact us
If you would like more information about justice services in South Lanarkshire, please contact your local social work office and ask for the justice team.