Changes to policing in Renfrewshire are giving community officers more time to spend in their local wards, councillors have been told.
Police said the new model, introduced in September, was intended to strengthen prevention work and give officers more time to tackle local concerns.
The update was presented to Renfrewshire Council’s Police and Fire and Rescue Scrutiny Sub-Committee on Tuesday, 27th October 2026.
Response teams continue to attend immediate and urgent incidents, while a community investigation hub assesses and investigates non-urgent matters.
Police said this was freeing community officers to spend more time in their wards and build relationships with residents and partner organisations.
Officers reported positive feedback from councillors and members of the public, including thanks for the time spent investigating incidents and supporting victims.
During the discussion, councillors welcomed greater visibility in Johnstone and Elderslie and described local concerns raised through community councils being addressed quickly.
Issues discussed included antisocial use of electric bikes, graffiti and vandalism.
Police said dedicated community officers could get to know local people and build a clearer picture of who was responsible for recurring problems.
They asked for information about where bikes were being stored, when and where they were being used and who was involved.
Councillors also heard that events were being arranged to allow residents to meet their local officers in a comfortable setting away from their homes.
Police said they would continue monitoring the model and would consider feedback about changes needed to make it work for Renfrewshire communities.