A Wee Chat About Justice
A Wee Chat About Justice
Podcast Description
A Wee Chat About Justice is a new podcast discussing themes in justice, forensic psychology and social work, brought to you by the Risk Management Authority. Each episode, we look at what's happening in justice in Scotland and across the world, look at new research and evidence of what works, and consider what changes we might like to see for the Scottish system.
For more information on the work of the Risk Management Authority see: www.rma.scot
Music 'Wings of Liberty' via Pixabay License
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Content Themes
The podcast delves into justice, forensic psychology, and social work, with episodes addressing key issues such as counter-terrorism strategies in Australia and Scotland, and the role of specialist offence courts in enhancing victims' experiences in the Scottish justice system. Specific episodes include discussions on rehabilitation programs for Islamist terrorism and the impact of potential reforms in justice legislation.
A Wee Chat About Justice is a new podcast discussing themes in justice, forensic psychology and social work, brought to you by the Risk Management Authority. Each episode, we look at what’s happening in justice in Scotland and across the world, look at new research and evidence of what works, and consider what changes we might like to see for the Scottish system.
For more information on the work of the Risk Management Authority see: www.rma.scot
Music ‘Wings of Liberty’ via Pixabay License
We know that social media has played a large part in radicalisation over the years. Continual development of platforms, the emergence of Artificial Intelligence (AI), and the effect of the attention economy may be increasing the risk of online harm poses to our communities.
In these episodes, our Research and Development team talk about online spaces to consider the impact on vulnerable populations, the process of implementing safeguards and restrictions; and how legislation must be shaped to help keep communities safe in the digital age.
This is the second part of a two-part episode.
Find out more about the work of the RMA: www.rma.scot
References & Useful Links
Ashurst, L., & McAlinden, A. M. (2015). Young people, peer-to-peer grooming and sexual offending: Understanding and responding to harmful sexual behaviour within a social media society. Probation Journal, 62(4), 374-388. https://doi.org/10.1177/0264550515619572
Fisico, R., & Harkins, L. (2021). Technology and sexual offending. Current psychiatry reports, 23(9), 59. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11920-021-01269-1
Kenyon, J., Binder, J., & Baker‑Beall, C. (2022, December 8). The Internet and radicalisation pathways: Technological advances, relevance of mental health and role of attackers. His Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service. https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/internet-and-radicalisation-pathways-technological-advances-relevance-of-mental-health-and-role-of-attackers
Ofcom (2025). Children and Parents: Media Use and Attitudes Report. https://www.ofcom.org.uk/media-use-and-attitudes/media-habits-children/children-and-parents-media-use-and-attitudes-report-2025
Slavtcheva-Petkova, V., Nash, V. J., & Bulger, M. (2015). Evidence on the extent of harms experienced by children as a result of online risks: implications for policy and research. Information, Communication & Society, 18(1), 48-62. https://doi.org/10.1080/1369118X.2014.934387
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