Risk Management Authority

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We publish research and set the standard for risk assessment and management practice in Scotland, to reduce reoffending and the harm that it causes. Shares/follows are not necessarily endorsements. #RMAScot www.rma.scot

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On the left hand side is a bright blue graphic with darker blue paint stripes and the text A Wee Chat About Justice. This is the podcast title artwork. Underneath is an audio graphic and pause button. On the right is a blue box with the text: New Episode: Selecting Approaches for Effectively Responding to Risk. n this episode, Geoff talks to our Researcher Jihad Diab and our Chief Executive Mark McSherry, about the challenges of translating complex information into an accessible online directory. SAFERR is specifically focussed on the implementation and evaluation of a variety of risk management approaches in the context of their application to forensic populations.
On the left is a blurry image of people sitting around a circular table in a meeting, the office walls are blue and grey. On the right side is purple text that reads: Work with us - OLR Team Manager & OLR Lead. We work a 35 hour hybrid week with a focus on building good work/life balance, and we offer flexible working and provide flexi time for all colleagues.As part of the Scottish Government, we are pleased to be able to offer a wide range of benefits including 40.5 days leave, a generous CPD offering, and an Employee Assistance Service. rma.scot/category/vacancies
On a purple background, the left hand side has a graphic of a computer monitor. It shows a website homepage, with a purple banner at the top, a grey background and eight rectangle boxes underneath. On the right hand side in white font is the text: Selecting Approaches for Effectively Responding to Risk (SAFERR): SAFERR is an online directory that provides a summary and evaluation of the effectiveness of different risk management approaches used in forensic practice across the world. www.rma.scot
On the left half of this image is a navy blue box, in the top right corner is the RMA logo which reads RMA Reducing Serious Harm. Underneath, in light blue is "we're hiring" followed by yellow text "Full-time, permanent post" followed by white text: "As Finance and Governance Lead, you'll have lead responsibility for the effective performance of corporate governance, finance and HR processes." On the right hand side of the image is a blurry picture of the Forth rail bridge in the distance. The shoreline is brown and ragged rocks in the foreground. The sky is blue and cloudy, with sun reflecting off the water.
On the left hand side is a blurry picture of the forth bridge, taken from the shore, with the sun in the background. On the right hand side is a grey background with purple text that reads: Pre-trial Risk Assessment Study - This research provides a focus on the role of pre-trial risk assessment, drawn from a significant quantity of research studies from America. It considers implications for practice in the Scottish justice system of risk assessment with individuals prior to, or without being convicted of an offence.
On the left hand side is a blurry picture of people sitting round a table in an office, there's a blue wall in the background. On the right, in purple text is the words: Work with us, Head of OLR (Permanent), Policy & Practice Lead (Permanent), OLR Case Worker (12 months FTC), Researcher (12 months FTC). Underneath in blue text is the words: We work a 35 hour week with a focus on building good work/life balance, and we offer flexible working and provide flexi time for all colleagues. You’ll join with 29 days annual leave, plus 11 ½ public holidays to use flexibly when suits you. We offer a generous CPD offering, and an Employee Assistance Service. rma.scot/category/vacancies
On the left is a blurry picture of a red sandstone office building, reflected in the water below. One the right is a purple background with white text that reads: 2025-26 Business Plan: Over the last two decades we've worked to make Scotland safer. We've developed standards of practice, and delivered improvements in how risk of serious harm is assessed and managed in Scotland. This year, we are proud to continue building on that in our Business Plan for 2025-26.
On the left hand side is a blurry picture of people sitting round a table in an office, there's a blue wall in the background. On the right, in purple text is the words: Work with us, Head of OLR (Permanent), Policy & Practice Lead (Permanent), OLR Case Worker (12 months FTC), Researcher (12 months FTC). Underneath in blue text is the words: We work a 35 hour week with a focus on building good work/life balance, and we offer flexible working and provide flexi time for all colleagues. You’ll join with 29 days annual leave, plus 11 ½ public holidays to use flexibly when suits you. We offer a generous CPD offering, and an Employee Assistance Service. rma.scot/category/vacancies
On the left hand side is a blurred picture of someone standing in front of a screen gesturing with their right arm. On the right hand side in blue text against a green background is: Standards and Guidelines for Risk Management: Following consultation with partners across the justice sector, the RMA are pleased to publish an update to the Standards and Guidelines for Risk Management, supporting effective practice in relation to risk management of individuals who pose a risk of serious harm.
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On the left hand side is a screenshot image of the front over of the Standards and Guidelines for Risk Management. It features a blurred picture of a lighthouse with a small wall and green grass in the foreground. On the right hand side in white text is: Standards and Guidelines for Risk Management: Following consultation with partners across the justice sector, the RMA are pleased to publish an update to the Standards and Guidelines for Risk Management, supporting effective practice in relation to risk management of individuals who pose a risk of serious harm.