Police Scotland is preparing one of its largest recent operations to tackle disorder during Bonfire Night, with up to 1,700 officers potentially deployed across Scotland. The operation will include police escorts for fire crews responding to incidents during the celebrations.
The force described the deployment as its biggest operation since last year’s visit by President Trump. It forms part of a crackdown focused on protecting emergency workers and managing disorder associated with Bonfire Night.
The planned use of police escorts is intended to allow fire crews to attend incidents while providing additional security during a period when emergency services may face disruption or hostility. The supplied information does not specify which areas will receive the largest police presence or outline the precise arrangements for the operation.
Police Scotland’s plans represent a significant mobilisation of officers for the annual event. Up to 1,700 officers could be involved, although the final number has not been confirmed in the available material.
