New Young Scots

Welcome to Fearless - part of the charity Crimestoppers

We are here to help all young people in Scotland understand the law, stay safe and make positive choices.

If you are new to Scotland, we know things can feel unfamiliar. This website is here to help you.

Learn About the Law in Scotland

Our website can help you understand:

• The laws in Scotland
• How to stay safe in your community

You can change the language of the website by selecting ‘Language’ at the top of the page and choosing the one you are most comfortable with.

Report Crime Safely and Anonymously

If you know information about crime and want to speak up, you can do it 100% anonymously through our website.

 Click here to give information: Give Information Anonymously | Crimestoppers

You can also call us for free on 0800 555 111

You can share information with us in over 147 languages, either online or by phone.
 Simply write in your preferred language in the online form. Or call us and ask for an interpreter in the language you’re most comfortable with.

When you contact us:

• We do not ask for your name
• We cannot track your IP address or location
• No one will know it was you who shared the information

Important: Because of our promise of anonymity, we cannot take reports from victims of crime. 

If you are a victim, the following services can support you:

Police Scotland Contact Police Scotland - Police Scotland

Childline Childline | Childline

Victim Support Scotland Get support as a victim of crime | Victim Support Scotland

If you’re an unaccompanied young person, you could also talk to your Guardian at The Scottish Guardianship Service or your social worker.

In an emergency, always call Police on 999.

 Together, we can help make Scotland safer for everyone.