Adult Support and Protection Week 2026
This month we marked Adult Support and Protection (ASP) Week by raising awareness of the different types of harm a vulnerable person may face.
As part of our awareness raising campaign this year we spoke to two members of HSCP staff and two public protection representatives to hear what adult protection means to them and why it’s so important that we all play a part in reporting and preventing harm in our communities.
Emma Guthrie, EAHSCP Adult Support and Protection Lead Officer
To being Adult Support and Protection Week 2026, we spoke to Emma Guthrie, our ASP Lead Officer:
“Protecting adults from harm is everyone’s business and we all have a part to play in keeping the most vulnerable members of the community safe.”
Brian Pack, Adult Advocacy Lead Officer at East Ayrshire Advocacy Services
On Tuesday we spoke to Brian Pack about the work of East Ayrshire Advocacy Services and why it’s important for us all to be vigilant against harm in our communities:
“It’s important that we all play a part in protecting vulnerable adults. Even if a concern seems small, each one raised may help an individual who cannot help themselves.”
Iain Campbell, Local Area Liaison Officer for the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service
On Wednesday we heard from Iain Campbell on how adult support and protection is a crucial part of his day-to-day role:
“Adult harm isn’t always obvious. Protection starts with awareness, compassion and the confidence to act.”
Dale Meller, EAHSCP Protection and Learning Senior Manager
Bringing ASP Week 2026 to a close, we spoke to Dale Meller on what adult protection means to her and why looking out for vulnerable members of our community is an everyday priority:
“Adult Protection Week isn’t just about services or organisations. It’s about all of us looking after one another every single day.”
Visit the East Ayrshire Council website for more information on different types of harm and how you can share your concerns and protect at-risk adults in East Ayrshire.
