In 2018, the overall level of recorded crime in Scotland saw an increase for the first time in 11 years.
Statistics from Police Scotland for 2017/18 to 2018/19 have now revealed which local authority areas saw the biggest spike in recorded crime during this period - with the islands showing some of the most dramatic increases.
The following 14 local authorities are the areas where overall recorded crime increased the most between 2017/18 to 2018/19. Photographs are for illustrative purposes only.
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We kick off with West Riding County Cup action at Elland Road as Brian Caswell battles for the ball.
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Bob Hazell, who was on trial with the Whites after being released by Leicester City, in action.
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Andy Ritchie was on the scoresheet that day along with strike partner Keith Edwards who bagged a brace.
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Keith Edwards fires towards goal in front of 13,334 at Elland Road. The Whites took the three points thanks to goals from Ian Baird and John Sheridan.