I know this is just "Screenshot of a Facebook Post" but I felt obliged to correct the misinformation AI Pish I posted yesterday.

300 hours of unpaid work and a £1,000 for permanently scaring someone - it hardly sends a message to deter others committing a similar act. And the Scot Gov wonder why many people have no faith in the justice system in this country?!

https://www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/news/courts/teen-who-left-police-officer-with-serious-head-injury-in-edinburgh-halloween-riots-avoids-jail-9312082

https://archive.ph/X69Ld (paywall free link)

Masked teen who launched brick through police window during Halloween disorder handed community payback order

A teenager who left a police officer with a serious head injury after throwing a brick at a van she was travelling in has been ordered to pay the constable compensation.

Kieran Sutherland launched the missile at the police vehicle carrying PC Joanne Hiroz during a Halloween night riot in Niddrie, Edinburgh in 2024.

Sutherland, 19, was a member of masked gang who attacked police officers with fireworks and bricks during the night of disorder that broke out in several areas of the Capital in October 2024.

PC Hiroz has been left permanently scarred and suffering from psychological issues following the brutal attack by the teen.

Sutherland was later identified following a large scale police investigation and he pleaded guilty to a charge of culpable and reckless conduct during a hearing at the city’s sheriff court earlier this year.

CCTV of the incident released by the Crown captured the moment Sutherland launched the brick through the window of the marked police vehicle and struck the officer in the face.

Sutherland, of Niddrie, Edinburgh, returned to the dock for sentencing on Tuesday where Sheriff Julius Komorowski sentenced him to a community payback order as an alternative to custody.

Sutherland will have to carry out 300 hours of unpaid work and was placed on a 20 month supervision order.

The sheriff also imposed a compensation order of £1000.

Following the court hearing, Faith Currie, Procurator Fiscal for Edinburgh, Lothian and Borders, said: “This was a serious assault on a female police officer which was deeply distressing and left her with lasting physical injuries.

“She had been responding to criminal behaviour that was causing concern within the community when she was subjected to this violence.

“This case highlights the significant risks police officers face as they perform challenging and important roles to protect and support their communities.

“They are entitled to carry out those duties in safety, free from violence, intimidation and fear.”

Co-accused Sean McGovern and Nathan Anderson, both from Edinburgh, were sentenced earlier this year for their part in the Halloween Night disorder.

McGovern, 18, admitted smashing a police van windscreen with a firework in an attack described by Sheriff Komorowski as “deeply disturbing and concerning”.

He was sentenced to a 300 hour unpaid work order and a restriction of movement curfew where he must stay within his home between 10pm and 6am for six months.

Anderson, 21, pleaded guilty to igniting and aiming fireworks at police officers and throwing bricks at vehicles and members of the public.

He also incited other members of the mob to join in with the violent attacks and was sentenced to carry out 300 hours of unpaid work in the community.

The three accused, all from Edinburgh, pleaded guilty to offences said to be aggravated by use of a firework in relation to an emergency worker.

Previously the court was shown CCTV footage of the rioting where a mob of masked youths were seen making their way along Niddrie Mains Road on October 31, 2024.

The video clips captured the group launching fireworks and missiles at police officers and vehicles deployed to the area in a bid to halt the violence.

Fiscal depute Emma Laing told the court PC Hiroz suffered a serious injury to her head after being struck by the brick thrown by Sutherland and has been left permanently scarred.

The prosecutor also described an incident where two officers were forced to retreat back into their vehicle after a large group of yobs targeted them at around 9pm.

The police van was subsequently bombarded with fireworks and an explosive thrown by McGovern caused the windscreen to crack.

The court was told Sutherland, McGovern and Anderson had all been identified after being caught on CCTV footage and were later arrested and charged.

Great news ! Past today and there busy with signage and painting ! Hope they will bring back the banquets and lazy Susans .

I was really impressed on Monday. On my way to work there were three sizable trees down across the Roseburn Path after the storms we had at the weekend. By the time I rode home in the evening, all three had been cleared away.

I assume it was the council anyway.

Was on the bus to the shops and now going home and this happened, he wasn’t there when I was going up that road but now going back that’s happened so must of been quite recent.

I keep seeing posters like these on street furniture around the city. Does anyone know what they are? I like them!

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hi guys, i have an important short film shoot tomorrow and we're looking for a skin-safe retroflective paint, like one on the photo. our order got delayed, so any leads as where to buy/get would be highly appreciated! maybe someone has one of those, which we would be happy to buy off you, even if it's used.

are there any dedicated shops for costumes in central edinburgh/leith, the only thing i've been able to find googling is a closed party zone

HI There!

We recently had some roof damage from the storm boleo. We went to insurance with building and contents cover but they rejected it on the grounds that the roof was communal owned so they couldn't cover that and that the contents of my flat weren't damaged. The contents part make enough sense but I'm confused about the roof being communal aspect. Does insurance not cover your share of the roof repairs or does it not deal with roofs at all in Scotland?

I feel like going out and doing something social tonight, but can't find anything on. Anything like dance classes, pub quiz groups, craft groups, whatever? Only thing I've found is running groups and Im not that desperate in this weather.

Hiya, I am going to a wedding next week, I was wondering if anyone could recommend a place in Edinburgh that does suit hire.

Nothing too fancy, and I am not interested in buying a set of suit as a working class person😂

Thanks in advance 🙏🙏

Lovely wind has knocked off my external vents on my first floor flat. I need them replaced, all bloody 3 of them and the boiler flume cover.

For the life of me I don't know who should I speak to?

Looking for something to do on Halloween for a single adult. Halloween plans have fallen through and now I have nothing to do Saturday, I'm not a drinker so clubbing/party type events are not for me. I'm not looking to dress up, but maybe an activity or meet up of some sort? Bonus points if there is anything queer specific.

CAn anyone recommend a tailor in the New Town / West End who could adjust a vintage men's suit?

I was previously a student and only became liable for council tax from May onwards. My outstanding balance today was around £750, but I’ve now received a Summary Warrant demanding the full amount immediately.
I’m just wondering if this is normal, especially as it’s only October and the council tax year doesn’t end until March?
Has anyone else experienced this?

I have used Uber for my car service in the past are there others available, particularly to pre-book a ride?
Thanks