This is the history for the submission "Motion by Bailie Soryia Siddique:- "Council recognises that women's safety is a fundamental right and that no woman or girl in Glasgow should feel unsafe in public spaces, workplaces, or on public transport. However, evidence continues to show that many women do not feel safe, particularly at night. Council acknowledges that International Women's Day 2025, themed #AccelerateAction, provided an opportunity to celebrate women's achievements while also recognising the urgent need to improve women's safety. Across Glasgow, various organisations marked the occasion, including the Glasgow University Students' Representative Council's Brewing Connections event, Smart Works Scotland's collaboration with Hobbs Glasgow to support women in employment, and the Mitchell Library's Spectacular Scottish Women creative writing workshop. While these initiatives are welcomed, Council recognises that symbolic events alone are not enough to address the deep-rooted issues affecting women's safety. Council notes with deep concern that Police Scotland has lost approximately 575 officers since 2020, including around 63 officers in Glasgow, significantly reducing visible policing in communities. At the same time, budget cuts at Glasgow City Council mean that while CCTV continues to operate 24/7, it is no longer monitored around the clock, resulting in slower response times and increased vulnerability in critical situations. These cuts have heightened safety concerns, particularly for women, and threaten to undermine efforts to address harassment, anti-social behaviour, and violence. Council also notes the findings from the Safe Glasgow Partnership, which show that domestic violence against women in Glasgow has increased by 41.2% when compared to the PYTD, and by 47.7% compared to the five-year mean. Rape has increased by 40.6% compared to PYTD and by 50.6% from the five-year mean. Sexual assault has increased by 28.1% PYTD and by 25.1% compared to the five-year mean. These alarming trends reinforce the need for urgent and sustained action. Council is deeply alarmed by global statistics that highlight the scale of violence against women. The 2023 UN Femicides Report revealed that 85,000 women were intentionally killed by men, with 60% of these cases involving perpetrators who were partners or family members-demonstrating that much of this violence occurs within the home. Council believes that addressing women's safety must be a city-wide priority and that urgent action is needed to restore confidence in public spaces. It is unacceptable that women are being forced to modify their behaviour-changing routes, avoiding certain areas, or feeling unable to travel alone-because of inadequate public safety measures. Council recognises that women's safety is directly linked to the primary prevention of Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG), which requires tackling the root cause of gender inequality. Furthermore, it is vital to recognise the intersectionality of women's experiences. Women of colour, disabled women, LGBTQ+ women, and other marginalised groups often face compounded discrimination and additional barriers to safety and support. Their voices must be included in the development of policies and services to ensure an inclusive and equitable response. Therefore, Council resolves to: - Develop a Glasgow Women's Safety Action Plan, bringing together key partners - including the Council, Police Scotland, public transport providers, businesses and community organisations - to identify and implement practical safety improvements. - Conduct a city-wide consultation to gather direct input from women and local groups on key safety concerns and potential solutions, ensuring inclusive outreach to women of colour and other marginalised groups. - Work with Police Scotland to protect frontline policing levels in Glasgow. - Consider how support services for women can be strengthened to ensure that they are accessible and inclusive. - Promote bystander intervention and workplace safety initiatives, encouraging businesses, hospitality venues, and public spaces to adopt measures such as the Ask for Angela scheme. - Explore the introduction of a Glasgow Women's Safety Charter, setting clear commitments for organisations across the city to create safer environments for women. - Agree that Glasgow City Council and Police Scotland should organise an emergency summit on violence against women and girls to coordinate immediate and long-term actions. - Call on the Scottish Government to provide targeted additional support to areas experiencing high levels of violence against women and girls. - Call for the establishment of specialist units dedicated to the reduction of violence against women and girls, and that this initiative be incorporated into the next Police Plan for Glasgow."".

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