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Scotland’s Knife Crime Is Back…
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There was a time we thought this was behind us. That time has passed. As communities we are being forced back into the conversation around knife crime. What was once seen as a problem of the past is once again the present. Knife crime and serious violence are not just historic issues. They remain part…
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77% Do Not Support The New Tenants Of The Bruce, How Does The Community Feel?
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East Kilbride’s Bruce Hotel: From Civic Landmark to Controversial Accommodation Following my initial article on The Bruce Hotel, the level of public engagement has been striking. Scotland prides itself on being welcoming but has the government taken it too far? By KJ Yates, Chief Executive & Chairman, The Community Impact Project 31 October 2025 Following…
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Community Heroes: Young Cameron and Loki’s Mission To Support Loaves and Fishes
Cameron and Loki In the heart of East Kilbride, two young friends, Cameron and Loki, are leading a grassroots movement to ensure that no one in their community faces the festive season without food or gifts. Their journey began in 2023 when Cameron, then just seven years old, asked his mother why some people don’t…
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Community Heroes: Claire Boyle and Maxine Barrie Generosity Shines Through Local Fundraising Efforts
East Kilbride continues to prove the power of community, with local establishments like the Auldhouse Arms leading the way in supporting vital causes. Their recent £1,000 donation to East Kilbride Hospice demonstrates a commitment to improving the lives of local residents and supporting organisations that provide essential care. This contribution is part of a broader…
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Knife-Wielding Robbery in East Kilbride Highlights Urgent Need to End Knife Crime
A recent incident in East Kilbride has shocked the local community after a knife-wielding assailant targeted a garage during a robbery. Staff members described the event as a “terrifying experience,” as the perpetrator threatened them with a knife before fleeing with a sum of money. Police Scotland is investigating and has urged anyone with information…
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Call To Action: Voices & Volunteers Against Knife Crime
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End Knife Crime & Support The Youth: Share Your Story Community Impact Project / EK Neighbourhood Watch Seeks Volunteers and Voices Against Knife Crime As part of the “End Knife Crime: Protect Our Youth” campaign, volunteers will assist with community outreach, awareness initiatives, support for young people, and the collection of data and experiences related…
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The Freedom Of Information Report: First Findings Shared By CEO & Chairman Of Community Impact Project
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Leading the Next Phase of Our Campaign to End Knife Crime and Support the Youth KJ – Chief Executive & Chairman We are now entering the next phase of our campaign to tackle knife crime and protect young people across Scotland. This work builds on years of engagement with local communities, public services, and youth…
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Knife Crime is a Public Health Emergency – We’ve Requested the Data to Prove It
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The Community Impact Project has formally submitted a Freedom of Information (FOI) request to Public Health Scotland, demanding a full breakdown of knife-related hospital admissions across the country. This forms part of our wider End Knife Crime & Support The Youth campaign—born out of urgency, grief, and a community’s refusal to stay silent. While fatal…
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Why Is There Currently No Knife Crime Bill in the Scottish Parliament?
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Scotland is facing a Public Health Emergency—but there is no dedicated Knife Crime Bill currently progressing through the Scottish Parliament. Despite a sharp rise in violent incidents involving young people, including the murder of 16-year-old Kayden Moy in East Kilbride and the deaths of Amen Teklay, Kory McCrimmon, and others in Glasgow and Ayrshire, Holyrood…
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Our Meeting With Collette Stevenson MSP
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Campaign Gains Momentum: Meeting with Collette Stevenson MSP Advances Knife Crime Prevention Plans In Scottish Parliment In a productive meeting last week, The Community Impact Project and Collette Stevenson MSP came together to reinforce and expand the “End Knife Crime & Support the Youth” campaign across East Kilbride—and beyond. The session affirmed shared goals around…
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Our Meeting With Joani Reid MP
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Tackling Knife Crime at the Root: Community Impact Project Meets with MP Joani Reid Last week, The Community Impact Project held an important meeting with Joani Reid, MP for East Kilbride, as part of our East Kilbride-based but Scotland-wide “End Knife Crime & Support the Youth” campaign. The discussion brought sharp focus to the complex…
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A.C.E.S Awareness in Schools: Why It Matters for Scotland’s Future
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Understanding ACEs: The Hidden Story Behind Behaviour Across Scotland, children and young people walk into classrooms every day carrying far more than backpacks. Some carry trauma experiences man that silently shape how they think, learn, and behave. These are known as Adverse Childhood Experiences, or ACEs. ACEs include things like abuse, neglect, domestic violence, parental…
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Family Support Hubs in South Lanarkshire – Quietly Making a Big Difference
Many families face daily challenges—some obvious, others not. Whether it’s coping with a new baby, dealing with financial pressure, or simply feeling isolated, support is available—and it doesn’t need to come with a crisis attached. South Lanarkshire’s Family Support Hubs are local teams of social workers and support staff offering help to families at any…
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Young Voices Writing Initiative: Lets change the narrative
Far too often, young people are spoken about but not with. Across East Kilbride, Scotland, and the wider UK, young people are frequently the subject of negative media coverage and damaging social media commentary—portrayed as disengaged, dangerous, or disinterested in their communities. These sweeping generalisations not only hurt our young people but also overlook the…
