Police Scotland is looking for new youth volunteers throughout Ayrshire. 

PSYV South Ayrshire, PSYV East Ayrshire and PSYV Cumnock are on the lookout for youngsters aged 13 to 17 who want to learn more about Police Scotland whilst volunteering in their communities. 

The aim of the Police Scotland Youth Volunteers is to promote policing among all young people, encourage adventure and good citizenship, support local policing  and inspire youngsters to participate in their communities.

PSYV South Ayrshire holds weekly sessions on a Tuesday evening from 6.30pm to 8.30pm at Ayrshire College in Ayr.

PSYV East Ayrshire holds weekly sessions on a Thursday evening from 6.30pm to 8.30pm at Ayrshire College in Kilmarnock.

PSYV Cumnock holds weekly sessions on a Thursday evening from 6.30pm to 8.30pm at Dumfries House in Cumnock.

A police spokesperson said: "For further information or to obtain an application form, please email the Group Coordinator, PC Stuart Paton, at ayrshirepsyv@scotland.police.uk.

"The closing date for notes of interest is Friday, January 26.