Welcome to the Risk Management Authority

This website will provide you with information on the work of the Risk Management Authority (RMA).  The site provides information and guidance on risk assessment and management of serious violent and sexual offenders whose liberty presents a risk to the public, in relation to our key objectives.  These are:  

  • To advise and make recommendations to Scottish Ministers in relation to offender risk assessment and minimisation
  • In relation to offender risk assessment and minimisation, to compile and keep under review

    • information on the provision of services in Scotland; and
    • research and development.

  • Administer the Scheme of Accreditation and approve Risk Management Plans for offenders subject to an Order for Lifelong Restriction
  • To promote effective practice in offender risk assessment and minimisation and deliver a comprehensive training programme to assist in the delivery of best practice throughout Scotland
  • To secure Best Value ensuring continuous improvement in all areas of the RMA’s work

This site is continually updated and we add information on an on-going and regular basis.

If you have any comments or suggestions regarding any aspect of the website or our work please Contact us.