TAAS Scotland
Appropriate Adult and Court Support Services in Scotland
The Appropriate Adult Service (TAAS) has been delivering professional appropriate adult services across Scotland since 2023, supporting North, South, and East Ayrshire Councils in fulfilling their statutory responsibilities under the Criminal Justice (Scotland) Act 2016. Appropriate Adults can be requested by Police Scotland, British Transport Police, the Civil Nuclear Constabulary, HMRC (HM Revenue and Customs), and the Immigration Service.
Court Support in Scotland
TAAS Scotland also provides specialist court support services throughout Scotland, building on over 10 years of experience.
Our court support service is available to assist accused persons, victims, and witnesses in criminal courts across Scotland, helping vulnerable individuals navigate the court process with dignity and understanding. While not currently a statutory service, court support can be arranged privately or funded through the Scottish Legal Aid Board, with applications made via a solicitor.
Need other services?
Safeguarding and privacy are at the heart of everything we do.
Our team is trained to identify and respond to any risks to a child or vulnerable adult’s wellbeing, ensuring that their safety is always the top priority. All interactions are conducted with the utmost respect, sensitivity, and confidentiality, and personal information is handled securely in line with legal and safeguarding requirements. By maintaining high standards of care and discretion, we create a safe environment where vulnerable people can be supported, heard, and protected.
Contact our Scotland Team
To arrange an Appropriate Adult, call: 0333 2424 999
To discuss or book court support, contact Diane Greenaway, Regional Manager, Scotland: 07483 973676 or [email protected]
Join our team
If you are interested in making a real difference in what you do, you can apply to become a trained Appropriate Adult. In this role, you will provide essential support to vulnerable children and adults during police processes, helping to safeguard their rights, wellbeing, and voice at critical moments.
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