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Greater Manchester Police’s Chief Constable, Ian Hopkins, joined officers on patrol in Manchester on Friday 18 December 2015.
He went on foot patrol with some of the regular officers, special constables and PCSOs who were on duty on what is traditionally the busiest night of the year.
Mr. Hopkins also took the opportunity to thank some of volunteers from other agencies who were working to keep people safe and secure.
To find out more about Greater Manchester Police please visit our website.
You should call 101, the national non-emergency number, to report crime and other concerns that do not require an emergency response.
Always call 999 in an emergency, such as when a crime is in progress, violence is being used or threatened or where there is danger to life.
You can also call anonymously with information about crime to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
Police and partner agencies have been focusing on young people who run away or go missing from home and those that may exploit them during a week of action that began across Greater Manchester on Monday 14 March.
The focus of the campaign during this year’s week of action has been raising awareness around the strong link between child sexual exploitation and children who go missing.
Going missing can mean bunking off school, staying out overnight, or running away from home for a few days or longer. Whatever the context, the reality is that 95% children at risk from child sexual exploitation have gone missing at least once.
GMP Assistant Chief Constable Rob Potts said: “The statistics speak for themselves – there is a clear correlation between young people at risk of child sexual exploitation and their inclination to run away or go missing.
“More often than not, the young people who do run away do so regularly. This not only places a significant strain on policing but also increases the chances of that person coming to harm.
“Young people are often unaware of the dangers that are posed when they stay away from home without telling anyone and we urge them to keep in touch somehow, whether that’s through a friend, relative or anyone you trust.
“If you have concerns about your child’s whereabouts or don’t know where they are, please contact the police. With our partners in Project Phoenix we are doing all we can to work with these young people to get to the root of the problem, and keep them safe.
“Child sexual exploitation is a horrific crime and we will continue to work hard to both locate and protect those vulnerable to abuse, working with missing children on their return to break the cycle. Officers are patrolling around the clock, and will take robust action to tackle anyone who seeks to exploit these young people.”
Greater Manchester Mayor and Police and Crime Commissioner Tony Lloyd said: “Greater Manchester is leading the fight against child sexual exploitation. We’re engaging with local people to raise awareness of the abuse and how to spot the signs, and partner agencies are working together to tackle the issue, bring perpetrators to justice, and provide much-needed support to victims and those at risk, including children who run away or go missing.
“Child sexual exploitation is child sex abuse, plain and simple. We must come down heavily on those who exploit and manipulate vulnerable children for their own sexual pleasure, and arm our young people with the means to keep safe and recognise unhealthy, abusive relationships.”
Paul Maher, Greater Manchester Area Manager at The Children’s Society, which works with children and young people who go missing or are at risk of going missing, said: “Children and young people who go missing are among the most vulnerable children in our society.
“Some may be running from neglect and abuse, family breakdown or drug and alcohol misuse by their parents - while others go missing under the influence of predatory adults seeking to exploit them.
“Whatever the reason for them going missing, we know these children are at particular risk of being sexually exploited or falling victim to other types of harm. Our research has shown that around a quarter are either hurt or harmed in some way.
“That is why it is vital they receive more support at an early stage to help address the issues that cause them to go missing and protect them from the risks of sexual exploitation or becoming a victim of other crimes.”
The week of activity is the latest from Project Phoenix’s ‘It’s Not Okay’ campaign, and will be publicising resources and support related to child sexual exploitation.
‘It’s Not Okay’ was created as part of Project Phoenix, the Greater Manchester response to tackling child sexual exploitation - a collaboration of public and third sector partners throughout Greater Manchester working together to protect young people.
Since the campaign launched in September 2014, public awareness and understanding of child sexual exploitation in Greater Manchester has increased considerably amongst young people and parents and carers, as well as professionals.
In the 18 months since the launch of the ‘It’s Not Okay’ campaign, Project Phoenix has undertaken substantial work with schools, healthcare providers and support services to ensure that vulnerable young people are helped at every stage - from prevention through to support and rehabilitation.
Regular weeks of awareness-raising have included direct engagement with young people and those who care for them; police targeting and disruption, dedicated days of publicity focusing on key trends and close collaboration across Greater Manchester authorities means that hundreds more young people are being identified, educated and safeguarded than ever before. Visit www.itsnotokay.co.uk to find out more.
For more information about Policing in Greater Manchester please visit our website. www.gmp.police.uk
To report crime call police on 101 the national non-emergency number.
You can also call anonymously with information about crime to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
Crimestoppers is an independent charity who will not want your name, just your information. Your call will not be traced or recorded and you do not have to go to court or give a statement.
Officers and staff of Greater Manchester Police marched in the Manchester Pride Parade on Saturday, 29 August, 2015. They were joined by colleagues from across the country, all marching under the Police with Pride banner.
This is the 14th year running that the Force has taken part in the event.
The Police with Pride parade contingent was lead by the Force’s rainbow police car. The GMP band entertained the crowd and a float decorated with hate crime banners also took part.
Those marching handed out flags and lip balms bearing the message ‘No Pride in Domestic Violence’ which featured the key messages about reporting domestic abuse.
Police and Crime Commissioner Tony Lloyd and his deputy Jim Battle also joined the police contingent.
The Force’s Rainbow Cub, Pippa the Panda and PCSO Steve mascots were on hand to greet the crowds.
This year’s theme was all about devotion and in celebration there a series of events hosted by GMP took place throughout the weekend. They included a national conference on Friday, which was about policing as a member of the Lesbian Gay Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) community and being a part of the wider LGBT community.
To find out more about Greater Manchester Police please visit our website. www.gmp.police.uk
You should call 101, the national non-emergency number, to report crime and other concerns that do not require an emergency response.
Always call 999 in an emergency, such as when a crime is in progress, violence is being used or threatened or where there is danger to life.
You can also call anonymously with information about crime to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. Crimestoppers is an independent charity who will not want your name, just your information. Your call will not be traced or recorded and you do not have to go to court or give a statement.
Seen outside the Potteries Shopping Centre in Hanley, Stoke On Trent on 02/07/2011. Not sure what was going on but a PCSO and a regular officer were seen trying to calm down the distressed looking lady.
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Police and partner agencies have been focusing on young people who run away or go missing from home and those that may exploit them during a week of action that began across Greater Manchester on Monday 14 March.
The focus of the campaign during this year’s week of action has been raising awareness around the strong link between child sexual exploitation and children who go missing.
Going missing can mean bunking off school, staying out overnight, or running away from home for a few days or longer. Whatever the context, the reality is that 95% children at risk from child sexual exploitation have gone missing at least once.
GMP Assistant Chief Constable Rob Potts said: “The statistics speak for themselves – there is a clear correlation between young people at risk of child sexual exploitation and their inclination to run away or go missing.
“More often than not, the young people who do run away do so regularly. This not only places a significant strain on policing but also increases the chances of that person coming to harm.
“Young people are often unaware of the dangers that are posed when they stay away from home without telling anyone and we urge them to keep in touch somehow, whether that’s through a friend, relative or anyone you trust.
“If you have concerns about your child’s whereabouts or don’t know where they are, please contact the police. With our partners in Project Phoenix we are doing all we can to work with these young people to get to the root of the problem, and keep them safe.
“Child sexual exploitation is a horrific crime and we will continue to work hard to both locate and protect those vulnerable to abuse, working with missing children on their return to break the cycle. Officers are patrolling around the clock, and will take robust action to tackle anyone who seeks to exploit these young people.”
Greater Manchester Mayor and Police and Crime Commissioner Tony Lloyd said: “Greater Manchester is leading the fight against child sexual exploitation. We’re engaging with local people to raise awareness of the abuse and how to spot the signs, and partner agencies are working together to tackle the issue, bring perpetrators to justice, and provide much-needed support to victims and those at risk, including children who run away or go missing.
“Child sexual exploitation is child sex abuse, plain and simple. We must come down heavily on those who exploit and manipulate vulnerable children for their own sexual pleasure, and arm our young people with the means to keep safe and recognise unhealthy, abusive relationships.”
Paul Maher, Greater Manchester Area Manager at The Children’s Society, which works with children and young people who go missing or are at risk of going missing, said: “Children and young people who go missing are among the most vulnerable children in our society.
“Some may be running from neglect and abuse, family breakdown or drug and alcohol misuse by their parents - while others go missing under the influence of predatory adults seeking to exploit them.
“Whatever the reason for them going missing, we know these children are at particular risk of being sexually exploited or falling victim to other types of harm. Our research has shown that around a quarter are either hurt or harmed in some way.
“That is why it is vital they receive more support at an early stage to help address the issues that cause them to go missing and protect them from the risks of sexual exploitation or becoming a victim of other crimes.”
The week of activity is the latest from Project Phoenix’s ‘It’s Not Okay’ campaign, and will be publicising resources and support related to child sexual exploitation.
‘It’s Not Okay’ was created as part of Project Phoenix, the Greater Manchester response to tackling child sexual exploitation - a collaboration of public and third sector partners throughout Greater Manchester working together to protect young people.
Since the campaign launched in September 2014, public awareness and understanding of child sexual exploitation in Greater Manchester has increased considerably amongst young people and parents and carers, as well as professionals.
In the 18 months since the launch of the ‘It’s Not Okay’ campaign, Project Phoenix has undertaken substantial work with schools, healthcare providers and support services to ensure that vulnerable young people are helped at every stage - from prevention through to support and rehabilitation.
Regular weeks of awareness-raising have included direct engagement with young people and those who care for them; police targeting and disruption, dedicated days of publicity focusing on key trends and close collaboration across Greater Manchester authorities means that hundreds more young people are being identified, educated and safeguarded than ever before. Visit www.itsnotokay.co.uk to find out more.
For more information about Policing in Greater Manchester please visit our website. www.gmp.police.uk
To report crime call police on 101 the national non-emergency number.
You can also call anonymously with information about crime to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
Crimestoppers is an independent charity who will not want your name, just your information. Your call will not be traced or recorded and you do not have to go to court or give a statement.
Road Traffic Motorcycle Officer dealing with an accident. The motorcycle is a BMW R80RT.
During the mid-80’s significant amounts of new legislation were introduced which resulted in an extensive in-force training programme. Part of this legislation was Part III of the Transport Act 1982. This legislation provided for the extension of the fixed penalty ticket system which had previously been used to enforce parking restrictions. From 1st October 1986, the numbers of offences falling within the bounds of the scheme was increased from 14 to 200, with the intention of reducing the number of minor traffic offences dealt with by the Magistrates Courts. All uniformed officers up to the rank of Inspector underwent training and were expected to be fully conversant with the new methods.
A vehicle rectification scheme was also introduced. The scheme which was rolled out nationally, enabled a driver to have a defect on his vehicle put right by a recognised repairer within 14 days of the offence, and so avoid the need for prosecution. Within Bedfordshire 467 notices were issued in the first three months, with 75% of the drivers complying with the requirements of the scheme.
At Bedfordshire Police our aim is "fighting crime, protecting the public."
We cover 477 square miles, serve a population of around 550,000 and employ in the region of 1,260 Police Officers, 950 police staff and 120 Police Community Support Officers (PCSOs). For more details about the force, visit our website www.bedfordshire.police.uk
A Police Community Support Officer (PCSO) will be honoured by Greater Manchester Police’s Chief Constable for rescuing an 86-year-old former England footballer who was stranded for six hours while walking his dog in Bolton.
Tommy Banks, who made 250 appearances for Bolton Wanderers Football Club during his career, was reported missing at 5:30pm on Friday 12th February after he went out walking his 10-year-old Welsh border collie, Susie, before falling and becoming trapped in Blackleach Country Park.
Tommy followed his dog off into a wooded area before he slipped and became stuck in the boggy undergrowth in freezing conditions.
Spotting a tree around 20 metres away, he dragged himself towards it hoping to use the branches to pull himself up, but he only managed to move 10 metres in six hours.
Local PCSO Derek Thomas who knew the layout of the park, was tied up on another job at the time but was released by his Sergeant to join the search.
PCSO Thomas, who knows the FA Cup winner from his Farnworth beat, was searching the park when he saw Susie barking and shone his torch towards Tommy, who called out for help.
The former Bolton MRT Honorary Support Group Chairman found Tommy collapsed but conscious, being comforted by his dog.
It then took an hour to complete his rescue by stretcher, which was carried out by Mountain Rescue, police officers and paramedics.
Tommy was taken to the Royal Bolton Hospital with hypothermia at 7.30pm and kept in overnight but has no serious injuries.
Chief Constable Ian Hopkins said:
“This is a great example of community policing and highlights the importance of our neighbourhood officers and their extensive local knowledge.
“Derek’s dedication saved the life of a popular local character and I am delighted that Tommy is now safe and well.
“His actions that night deserve to be recognised and I am proud to be able to award him with a Chief Constable’s Commendation.”
During the incident Tommy lost a handkerchief that he had kept in his shorts pocket when he first played for England and PCSO Thomas returned to the country park days later to find it, returning it to its rightful owner.
PCSO Thomas said:
“At the end of the day, I knew that I would be able to find him. I don’t know why but I just had a feeling that if I could be released from my duties I had the ability and the knowledge of the area to locate him.
“It’s fantastic to be nominated. The best reward was seeing Tommy safe and well the next day. He’s a great character and a cracking bloke.
“The rescue was a brilliant team effort and I’m grateful to my colleagues for their help in getting Tommy to safety. I’m over the moon to be nominated.”
Tommy, who was a member of England’s 1958 World Cup squad, said:
"Susie ran off into the woods and off over a ridge. I followed her but I slipped and couldn’t get up.
“I saw this tree in a few yards away but I couldn’t move through the undergrowth, I was physically drained. I was in there for six or seven hours.
“Then all of a sudden I heard Susie barking and saw this torchlight. I picked my head up, I was so relieved. It was so close but it felt a million miles away.
"Then they all started swarming round me with blankets. They were wonderful, absolutely marvellous. I am so grateful. They saved my life.”
For more information about Policing in Greater Manchester please visit our website. www.gmp.police.uk
To report crime call police on 101 the national non-emergency number.
You can also call anonymously with information about crime to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
Crimestoppers is an independent charity who will not want your name, just your information. Your call will not be traced or recorded and you do not have to go to court or give a statement.
Last Thursday, November 12 2015, saw the passing out parade of Stockport’s volunteer police cadet unit.
The ceremony took place at the Stockport Academy, guests including Chief Constable Ian Hopkins and Superintendent Jo Rogerson of the Stockport Division.
In 2012, Greater Manchester Police created a new Volunteer Police Cadet Scheme for young people in the region.
The scheme is aimed at 13- 17 year-olds and provides a programme of weekly Cadet nights filled with activity, information and – hopefully – some fun.
The aims of the scheme include:
•Promoting and encouraging a practical interest in policing among young people,
•Providing training which will encourage positive leadership within communities which will include volunteering opportunities,
•Encouraging a spirit of adventure and developing qualities of leadership and good citizenship. Cadets will be given the opportunity to obtain a Duke of Edinburgh Award, First Aid qualification etc.
Cadets units will be based in areas where there is currently little to occupy local youngsters.
Volunteers will have to apply, stating their reasons for wanting to be part of the scheme and will be encouraged to remain with the scheme for as long as they can. On reaching the end of their time as a cadet, they will be given with advice on careers and business, help with CVs and information about any opportunities to remain with the Force.
The first cadet scheme has been developed with the support of the Co-op Academy, Blackley.
Cadets are currently completing a "probationary" period and have so far experienced drill, physical exercise classes and advice on subjects such as the effective and safe use of social media.
Further items on the curriculum are lessons on the law, public order awareness, phonetics and radio use, problem solving … and more drill!
A uniform will be worn but only issued on completion of a successful probationary period.
The scheme's team leaders are also volunteers and include schools based officers, PCSO's, special constables and university students, all contributing their own time to run each cadet night.
To build number of successful schemes across the region we are looking for help. Anyone interested in becoming a volunteer team leader and can demonstrate a commitment and desire to "change hearts and minds" can contact Sergeant Jane Butler at volunteerpolicecadets@gmp.police.uk.
To find out more about Greater Manchester Police please visit our website.
You should call 101, the national non-emergency number, to report crime and other concerns that do not require an emergency response.
Always call 999 in an emergency, such as when a crime is in progress, violence is being used or threatened or where there is danger to life.
You can also call anonymously with information about crime to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. Crimestoppers is an independent charity who will not want your name, just your information. Your call will not be traced or recorded and you do not have to go to cour
TravelSafe staff are out and about this week to help keep this year's new students safe.
To find out more about Greater Manchester Police please visit www.gmp.police.uk
You should call 101, the national non-emergency number, to report crime and other concerns that do not require an emergency response.
Always call 999 in an emergency, such as when a crime is in progress, violence is being used or threatened or where there is danger to life.
You can also call anonymously with information about crime to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. Crimestoppers is an independent charity who will not want your name, just your information. Your call will not be traced or recorded and you do not have to go to court or give a statement.
"Urgent for the attention of Margaret Moran
Dear Margaret Moran: Resign now or your bay tree will pay the price of your greed.You have insulted us with your theft of public funds and disgraced yourself by clinging to office. With no effective means of legal redress, with no political mechanism to remove you from office until the next election and with no prospect of eliciting a sense of dignity or shame in yourself (this would be like asking a leech to have personal pride) you leave us no option but direct action. To this end we have kidnapped your potted bay tree from one of your homes.Although the bay tree is a legitimate political target for direct action it is being cared for and well treated. Indeed despite finding itself a hostage the bay tree is in considerably better health than when it remained in your possession."
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www.oneandother.co.uk/participants/Anna
www.telegraph.co.uk/news/newstopics/mps-expenses/5311182/...
Bedfordshire Police Equestrian Team achieved fourth place in an international competition held at the King’s Troop in London on Saturday 27th October.
The Honourable Artillery Company International Uniformed Services Show Jumping Competition included 14 teams which consisted of competitors from the Dutch Royal Guards, Belgian reserve forces, French reserve forces, numerous British army teams, the Royal Air force, Avon and Somerset Police and our own home team.
This was the team’s first time out together and achieving fourth place was a great result and meant they returned home adorned with rosettes, chocolates, champagne, a huge silver rose bowl team event among the prizes.
Unbeknown to Inspector Tracey Day, based at Police HQ in Kempston, there was also an individual competition between all the competitors, and having completed two clear rounds of show jumping, she had to jump off against the clock.
She said: “Knowing that this was not only important for my own placing in the individual competition, but also may affect the team placing, if there was an equality in the team scores in order to highlight a winning team score.
“My horse performed well and although we unfortunately rolled a pole, we did a quick round, and therefore in the individual competition we came 4th out of the 56 competitors.”
During the awards for the best female rider and second best female rider, and Tracey also managed to secure the second place in this event.
Speaking on behalf of the team, Police Inspector Tracey Day, said: “This is the first time that Bedfordshire Police has got together an equestrian team for competition I feel that we performed really well. My colleagues and I spend many hours practising and competing as individuals in our spare time and I hope that our commitment to our chosen sport will enable us to continue to represent Bedfordshire Police successfully.”
“My thanks go to those who have helped provide support to the team including proprietors of The College Equestrian Centre, Simon and Patsy Bates, and also Martin Wilkinson Master Saddlers who have designed and donated team saddlecloths for the day and for future police competitions. One of our colleagues, Hayley Robinson, also gave up her day off to support the team and was a valued asset, as top groom and rider organiser. Without people like Hayley to help out we would have found it really difficult to participate in this event.”
At Bedfordshire Police our aim is "fighting crime, protecting the public."
We cover 477 square miles, serve a population of around 550,000 and employ in the region of 1,260 Police Officers, 950 police staff and 120 Police Community Support Officers (PCSOs). For more details about the force, visit our website www.bedfordshire.police.uk
Tuesday, 4 August 2015, saw the passing out parade of the latest group of Greater Manchester Police’s Volunteer Cadets. The ceremony took place at Swinton Civic Centre.
The Force’s Chief Constable, Sir Peter Fahy, reviewed the cadets and presented them with certificates to recognise the completion of their training.
In 2012, Sir Peter pledged to create a new Volunteer Police Cadet Scheme for young people in the region.
The scheme, developed by Sergeant Jane Butler and Youth Strategy Officer, PC Andrew Marsden, is aimed at 13- 17 year-olds and provides a programme of weekly Cadet nights filled with activity, information and – hopefully – some fun.
The aims of the scheme include:
•Promoting and encouraging a practical interest in policing among young people,
•Providing training which will encourage positive leadership within communities which will include volunteering opportunities,
•Encouraging a spirit of adventure and developing qualities of leadership and good citizenship. Cadets will be given the opportunity to obtain a Duke of Edinburgh Award, First Aid qualification etc.
Cadets units will be based in areas where there is currently little to occupy local youngsters.
Volunteers will have to apply, stating their reasons for wanting to be part of the scheme and will be encouraged to remain with the scheme for as long as they can. On reaching the end of their time as a cadet, they will be given with advice on careers and business, help with CVs and information about any opportunities to remain with the Force.
The first cadet scheme has been developed with the support of the Co-op Academy, Blackley.
Cadets are currently completing a "probationary" period and have so far experienced drill, physical exercise classes and advice on subjects such as the effective and safe use of social media.
Further items on the curriculum are lessons on the law, public order awareness, phonetics and radio use, problem solving … and more drill!
A uniform will be worn but only issued on completion of a successful probationary period.
The scheme's team leaders are also volunteers and include schools based officers, PCSOs, special constables and university students, all contributing their own time to run each cadet night.
To build number of successful schemes across the region we are looking for help. Anyone interested in becoming a volunteer team leader and can demonstrate a commitment and desire to "change hearts and minds" can contact Sergeant Jane Butler at volunteerpolicecadets@gmp.police.uk.
To find out more about Greater Manchester Police please visit our website.
You should call 101, the national non-emergency number, to report crime and other concerns that do not require an emergency response.
Always call 999 in an emergency, such as when a crime is in progress, violence is being used or threatened or where there is danger to life.
You can also call anonymously with information about crime to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. Crimestoppers is an independent charity who will not want your name, just your information. Your call will not be traced or recorded and you do not have to go to court or give a statement.
Local youngsters gave up part of their half term holidays to help clean up Leyland Park in Hindley.
The children, aged 5 to 11, form the Hindley Young Police Cadets, and give up time during their school holidays to undertake work to help the local community.
The cadet scheme is run by PCSO Linda Shambley and her colleagues and its aim is to help the participants develop a sense of community pride and citizenship.
They cadets have also marched at the Armed Forces Day, Veterans Walking Day and the Remembrance Sunday parade.
For more information about Policing in Greater Manchester please visit www.gmp.police.uk
To report crime call police on 101 the national non-emergency number.
You can also call anonymously with information about crime to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. Crimestoppers is an independent charity who will not want your name, just your information. Your call will not be traced or recorded and you do not have to go to court or give a statement.
Meet two of Rochdale’s newest recruits. Joseph Lucas and Amy Lander will become PCs next month.
The first recruits to join GMP in five years are finishing their training by visiting their new patches.
In a few weeks’ time 100 new officers will be attested at a ceremony in Salford before becoming fully operational officers within neighbourhood policing teams across Greater Manchester.
The new recruits are being officially introduced to the areas that they will be policing, getting to know the local area, meeting community groups and attending briefings to learn from officers who already work there.
The 100 are all former GMP employees having previously been either Police Community Support Officers (PCSO), Special Constables, apprentices or police staff.
Deputy Chief Constable Ian Pilling, said: “The introduction of these 100 new officers is part of our commitment to neighbourhood policing across Greater Manchester.
“Many of these recruits will be building upon their experience as former PCSOs or Special Constables and will therefore already have established the skills necessary to succeed in neighbourhood policing.
“The recruits join GMP as we make full use of the latest technology, including smartphones and tablets, which will allow frontline officers to spend more time out policing in the community.
“Through the ongoing recruitment we continue with our commitment to make sure that Greater Manchester Police is representative of the people and communities in which we serve.”
Greater Manchester Mayor and Police and Crime Commissioner Tony Lloyd said: “For the first time in five years we will see a significant number of new police officers patrolling our streets, which is good news for the communities of Greater Manchester.
“Local people have told me that they want a strong and sustainable police service keeping them and their homes safe. Despite ongoing government cuts to policing, I am determined to deliver that, working with the Chief Constable to drive forward new recruitment to bolster local policing.“
500 new officers will join the Force this year but the total number of overall officers will be maintained at current levels.
To find out more about Greater Manchester Police www.gmp.police.uk
You should call 101, the national non-emergency number, to report crime and other concerns that do not require an emergency response.
Always call 999 in an emergency, such as when a crime is in progress, violence is being used or threatened or where there is danger to life.
You can also call anonymously with information about crime to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. Crimestoppers is an independent charity who will not want your name, just your information. Your call will not be traced or recorded and you do not have to go to court or give a statement.
Bedfordshire Police cadets attended this year’s Remembrance Day Parade which took place along the Embankment, Bedford. The parade included representatives from the armed forces, emergency services and veterans’ societies. The morning began with a march along the Embankment lead by the Bedford Pipe Band; the parade came to a halt at the war memorial, where the standard bearers and wreath bearers gathered.
At 11:00, a cannon was fired to mark the beginning of the two minutes silence. The poppy wreaths were then laid at the base of memorial and a short service followed. The parade then re-formed and marched to the town centre. It was reported that up to a thousand people lined the route to pay their respects and remember the fallen. A number of cadets were also at hand to assist in policing the event.
At Bedfordshire Police our aim is "fighting crime, protecting the public."
We cover 477 square miles, serve a population of around 550,000 and employ in the region of 1,260 Police Officers, 950 police staff and 120 Police Community Support Officers (PCSOs). For more details about the force, visit our website www.bedfordshire.police.uk
Police and partner agencies have been focusing on young people who run away or go missing from home and those that may exploit them during a week of action that began across Greater Manchester on Monday 14 March.
The focus of the campaign during this year’s week of action has been raising awareness around the strong link between child sexual exploitation and children who go missing.
Going missing can mean bunking off school, staying out overnight, or running away from home for a few days or longer. Whatever the context, the reality is that 95% children at risk from child sexual exploitation have gone missing at least once.
GMP Assistant Chief Constable Rob Potts said: “The statistics speak for themselves – there is a clear correlation between young people at risk of child sexual exploitation and their inclination to run away or go missing.
“More often than not, the young people who do run away do so regularly. This not only places a significant strain on policing but also increases the chances of that person coming to harm.
“Young people are often unaware of the dangers that are posed when they stay away from home without telling anyone and we urge them to keep in touch somehow, whether that’s through a friend, relative or anyone you trust.
“If you have concerns about your child’s whereabouts or don’t know where they are, please contact the police. With our partners in Project Phoenix we are doing all we can to work with these young people to get to the root of the problem, and keep them safe.
“Child sexual exploitation is a horrific crime and we will continue to work hard to both locate and protect those vulnerable to abuse, working with missing children on their return to break the cycle. Officers are patrolling around the clock, and will take robust action to tackle anyone who seeks to exploit these young people.”
Greater Manchester Mayor and Police and Crime Commissioner Tony Lloyd said: “Greater Manchester is leading the fight against child sexual exploitation. We’re engaging with local people to raise awareness of the abuse and how to spot the signs, and partner agencies are working together to tackle the issue, bring perpetrators to justice, and provide much-needed support to victims and those at risk, including children who run away or go missing.
“Child sexual exploitation is child sex abuse, plain and simple. We must come down heavily on those who exploit and manipulate vulnerable children for their own sexual pleasure, and arm our young people with the means to keep safe and recognise unhealthy, abusive relationships.”
Paul Maher, Greater Manchester Area Manager at The Children’s Society, which works with children and young people who go missing or are at risk of going missing, said: “Children and young people who go missing are among the most vulnerable children in our society.
“Some may be running from neglect and abuse, family breakdown or drug and alcohol misuse by their parents - while others go missing under the influence of predatory adults seeking to exploit them.
“Whatever the reason for them going missing, we know these children are at particular risk of being sexually exploited or falling victim to other types of harm. Our research has shown that around a quarter are either hurt or harmed in some way.
“That is why it is vital they receive more support at an early stage to help address the issues that cause them to go missing and protect them from the risks of sexual exploitation or becoming a victim of other crimes.”
The week of activity is the latest from Project Phoenix’s ‘It’s Not Okay’ campaign, and will be publicising resources and support related to child sexual exploitation.
‘It’s Not Okay’ was created as part of Project Phoenix, the Greater Manchester response to tackling child sexual exploitation - a collaboration of public and third sector partners throughout Greater Manchester working together to protect young people.
Since the campaign launched in September 2014, public awareness and understanding of child sexual exploitation in Greater Manchester has increased considerably amongst young people and parents and carers, as well as professionals.
In the 18 months since the launch of the ‘It’s Not Okay’ campaign, Project Phoenix has undertaken substantial work with schools, healthcare providers and support services to ensure that vulnerable young people are helped at every stage - from prevention through to support and rehabilitation.
Regular weeks of awareness-raising have included direct engagement with young people and those who care for them; police targeting and disruption, dedicated days of publicity focusing on key trends and close collaboration across Greater Manchester authorities means that hundreds more young people are being identified, educated and safeguarded than ever before. Visit www.itsnotokay.co.uk to find out more.
For more information about Policing in Greater Manchester please visit our website. www.gmp.police.uk
To report crime call police on 101 the national non-emergency number.
You can also call anonymously with information about crime to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
Crimestoppers is an independent charity who will not want your name, just your information. Your call will not be traced or recorded and you do not have to go to court or give a statement.
Our extremely nice Police Community Support Officer, marshalling the blocked off Gladstone Street for the St George's Parade.
Yep! I do have some more, and I'll put them up in due course! Nice to have met you!
Today, Friday 23 March 2018, saw the latest Greater Manchester Police Community Support Officers (PCSOs) complete their training in preparation for beginning duty on the streets of Greater Manchester.
The occasion was marked by a passing out parade at the Force’s Sedgley Park Centre.
Assistant Chief Constable Chris Sykes welcomed the new recruits.
The work of PCSOs complements and supports their regular police officer colleagues. They provide a highly visible and accessible uniformed presence in the heart of local communities, which is intended to improve the quality of life and offer reassurance to the general public.
To find out more about Greater Manchester Police please visit
You should call 101, the national non-emergency number, to report crime and other concerns that do not require an emergency response.
Always call 999 in an emergency, such as when a crime is in progress, violence is being used or threatened or where there is danger to life.
You can also call anonymously with information about crime to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. Crimestoppers is an independent charity who will not want your name, just your information. Your call will not be traced or recorded and you do not have to go to court or give a statement.
Officers and staff of Greater Manchester Police marched in the Manchester Pride Parade on Saturday, 29 August, 2015. They were joined by colleagues from across the country, all marching under the Police with Pride banner.
This is the 14th year running that the Force has taken part in the event.
The Police with Pride parade contingent was lead by the Force’s rainbow police car. The GMP band entertained the crowd and a float decorated with hate crime banners also took part.
Those marching handed out flags and lip balms bearing the message ‘No Pride in Domestic Violence’ which featured the key messages about reporting domestic abuse.
Police and Crime Commissioner Tony Lloyd and his deputy Jim Battle also joined the police contingent.
The Force’s Rainbow Cub, Pippa the Panda and PCSO Steve mascots were on hand to greet the crowds.
This year’s theme was all about devotion and in celebration there a series of events hosted by GMP took place throughout the weekend. They included a national conference on Friday, which was about policing as a member of the Lesbian Gay Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) community and being a part of the wider LGBT community.
To find out more about Greater Manchester Police please visit our website. www.gmp.police.uk
You should call 101, the national non-emergency number, to report crime and other concerns that do not require an emergency response.
Always call 999 in an emergency, such as when a crime is in progress, violence is being used or threatened or where there is danger to life.
You can also call anonymously with information about crime to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. Crimestoppers is an independent charity who will not want your name, just your information. Your call will not be traced or recorded and you do not have to go to court or give a statement.
Pierce County Sheriff's Department, Tacoma, Washington photos. This unit was surrounded by Pierce County Sheriff vehicles and Puyallup Nation vehicles. I am tempted to thinking it is a Puyallup Nation Unit. I am not 100% sure this is a PCSO unit. Check out the new homepage for the AJM STUDIOS Northwest Police Department! The old homepage is here. It does not get updated as often as the first link. 2010.
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One of the section vans seen here heading out on patrol from totton police station, these vans are primarely used by the sfaer neighbourhood team. One ugly Passenger if you ask me, had a massive nose too !
Members of Greater Manchester Police’s Oldham Borough took part in the Brave the Shave challenge today, 1 September 2017, to raise funds for Macmillan Cancer Support.
Officers and PCSOs had their heads shaved and legs waxed in the town centre.
Sergeant Danny Atherton, PCSO Tony Riley and PCSO Gary Carter got the ball rolling and saw their flowing locks fall to the ground.
Not to be outdone, PC Damien Hartley-Pickles and PC Lee Aldcroft went for the more painful waxing option.
The event has so far raised over £800.
Visit www.justgiving.com/fundraising/d-atherton to donate.
To find out more about Greater Manchester Police please visit www.gmp.police.uk
You should call 101, the national non-emergency number, to report crime and other concerns that do not require an emergency response.
Always call 999 in an emergency, such as when a crime is in progress, violence is being used or threatened or where there is danger to life.
You can also call anonymously with information about crime to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. Crimestoppers is an independent charity who will not want your name, just your information. Your call will not be traced or recorded and you do not have to go to court or give a statement.
The force’s cadets presented an impressive Passing Out Parade to celebrate their hard work and commitment to Bedfordshire Police over the last year.
The ceremony was held on 15 September at Police Headquarters to thank the cadets, who work across the county, for their continued support and to celebrate them passing their NVQ modules.
During the parade they carried out a drill and marching display in front of cadet instructors, officers and staff, family and friends, and special guests Lord Lieutenant of Bedfordshire Helen Nellis and High Sheriff of Bedfordshire Deborah Inskip.
DCC Fletcher said: “Cadets are an established and integral part of the Bedfordshire Police family and regularly prove what an asset they are in the day to day running of policing. They are often found at public events where they are the face of the force. I am immensely proud of them and what they have achieved and feel honoured to be celebrating with them. I also look forward to working with our new intake, along with those who have moved onto their second year or are staying on in the Force to become Cadet Support Volunteers.”
The force has increased its new intake of cadets by more than 50 per cent following a successful recruitment campaign with nearly 100 new cadets joining the scheme, bringing the total number of young people on the programme to 150.
Ten of the second year cadets who have graduated from the scheme have opted to become Cadet Support Volunteers. This is a new role which has been successfully piloted with a handful of last year’s cadet graduates, who help the new intake with coaching and mentoring. Cadets are also able to apply to become Special Constables and many have gone on to enjoy a successful career volunteering with Bedfordshire Police.
DCC Fletcher also thanked the cadet instructors who give up their free time to train, mentor and assist in the learning and development of the cadets, cadet support volunteers, Barnfield College which accredit the cadets’ qualifications and those who administer the cadet programme preparing duties and training.
The Volunteer Cadet Scheme is aimed at young people aged 16 to 18-years-old. The cadets provide an invaluable service assisting the Force in policing many events from the Sonisphere Rock Festival and Luton Carnival to various charity and community events. They meet weekly in Bedford and Luton and during their two year placement complete five different modules towards a Level Two NVQ. They also receive training in law, police powers and police procedures.
The programme is revenue generating for the force, with the Government providing funding to support the achievement of the cadets’ qualifications. Voluntary donations are also received from organisations requesting cadets for duties at local events. This helps pays for their uniform, team-building activities and related training costs.
At Bedfordshire Police our aim is "fighting crime, protecting the public."
We cover 477 square miles, serve a population of around 550,000 and employ in the region of 1,260 Police Officers, 950 police staff and 120 Police Community Support Officers (PCSOs). For more information about Bedfordshire Police, visit our website www.bedfordshire.police.uk
Meet Trafford's latest police recruits.
The first recruits to join GMP in five years are finishing their training by visiting their new patches.
In a few weeks’ time 100 new officers will be attested at a ceremony in Salford before becoming fully operational officers within neighbourhood policing teams across Greater Manchester.
The new recruits are being officially introduced to the areas that they will be policing, getting to know the local area, meeting community groups and attending briefings to learn from officers who already work there.
The 100 are all former GMP employees having previously been either Police Community Support Officers (PCSO), Special Constables, apprentices or police staff.
Deputy Chief Constable Ian Pilling, said: “The introduction of these 100 new officers is part of our commitment to neighbourhood policing across Greater Manchester.
“Many of these recruits will be building upon their experience as former PCSOs or Special Constables and will therefore already have established the skills necessary to succeed in neighbourhood policing.
“The recruits join GMP as we make full use of the latest technology, including smartphones and tablets, which will allow frontline officers to spend more time out policing in the community.
“Through the ongoing recruitment we continue with our commitment to make sure that Greater Manchester Police is representative of the people and communities in which we serve.”
Greater Manchester Mayor and Police and Crime Commissioner Tony Lloyd said: “For the first time in five years we will see a significant number of new police officers patrolling our streets, which is good news for the communities of Greater Manchester.
“Local people have told me that they want a strong and sustainable police service keeping them and their homes safe. Despite ongoing government cuts to policing, I am determined to deliver that, working with the Chief Constable to drive forward new recruitment to bolster local policing.“
500 new officers will join the Force this year but the total number of overall officers will be maintained at current levels.
To find out more about Greater Manchester Police www.gmp.police.uk
You should call 101, the national non-emergency number, to report crime and other concerns that do not require an emergency response.
Always call 999 in an emergency, such as when a crime is in progress, violence is being used or threatened or where there is danger to life.
You can also call anonymously with information about crime to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. Crimestoppers is an independent charity who will not want your name, just your information. Your call will not be traced or recorded and you do not have to go to court or give a statement.
Today, Friday 26 January 2018, saw Greater Manchester Police's latest police community support officers (PCSOs) complete their training in preparation for beginning duty on the streets of Greater Manchester.
The occasion was marked by a passing-out parade at the Force’s Sedgley Park Centre.
The event was attended by the Force's Chief Constable Ian Hopkins.
To find out more about Greater Manchester Police please visit our website. www.gmp.police.uk
You should call 101, the national non-emergency number, to report crime and other concerns that do not require an emergency response.
Always call 999 in an emergency, such as when a crime is in progress, violence is being used or threatened or where there is danger to life.
You can also call anonymously with information about crime to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. Crimestoppers is an independent charity who will not want your name, just your information. Your call will not be traced or recorded and you do not have to go to court or give a statement.
Chief Constable Ian Hopkins, along with other officers and staff at Greater Manchester Police, is helping to bring festive cheer this Christmas by delivering hampers to the elderly and vulnerable.
Hundreds of hampers have been prepared and delivered to people across Greater Manchester in the run up to Christmas, with boxes containing a variety of winter essentials such as food, drink and bath and shower products.
Officers across Greater Manchester put together a list of elderly and vulnerable in their area, thinking of who could benefit from a visit from GMP and a hamper to use throughout the festive season.
Police officers and staff across the whole force donated all the items for the hampers, as well as helping to put the hampers together and deliver them.
Chief Constable Ian Hopkins hand delivered hampers to different addresses in Greater Manchester, where he had the chance to meet elderly and vulnerable members of the community to check on their welfare and deliver the essential items.
Chief Constable Ian Hopkins said: “It’s been great to go out to deliver these hampers. I did this last year and I am glad I have done it again.
“It’s fantastic to be able to visit elderly and vulnerable people, just having the opportunity to check on their welfare, have a chat with them and give them their hampers; it doesn’t just brighten their day, it means a lot to me as well.
“The people I have met today have been really grateful for our visit and the hamper. Knowing that they will be able to make use of the items we have given them this Christmas is brilliant.
“I would like to take this opportunity to ask everyone to remember their elderly and vulnerable neighbours this Christmas– if you know someone who may need some extra support please check on them over the festive period. Just knowing someone is looking out for them makes a difference.”
One of the hampers was delivered to Louise from Blackley who was so pleased to receive her gift. Upon receiving the hamper Louise said: “This was a lovely surprise, I wasn’t expecting it at all. I was a bit shocked to see the Police on my doorstep at first but then I saw the hamper in their hand. I will definitely be using the contents of the hamper over Christmas, thank you.”
Maureen, also from Blackley, is visited by local PCSOs on a regular basis to check on her welfare. On receiving her hamper Maureen said: “My lovely husband Ken passed away in January, so this is my first Christmas without him. I am lucky to have friends and family close by, so I get plenty of visits and phone calls to check I am OK.
“When there was a knock at the door I assumed it was a neighbour or family member popping around to visit, when I saw the police I was really surprised.
“It was so nice for them to come and see me and drop off the hamper. The best bit was seeing men in uniform. My Ken was in the Navy and I loved his uniform. That has made my day.”
To find out more about Greater Manchester Police please visit www.gmp.police.uk
You should call 101, the national non-emergency number, to report crime and other concerns that do not require an emergency response.
Always call 999 in an emergency, such as when a crime is in progress, violence is being used or threatened or where there is danger to life.
You can also call anonymously with information about crime to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
Thursday, January 12 2016, saw the passing out parade of Blackley’s volunteer police cadet unit.
The ceremony took place at Greater Manchester Police’s headquarters in Newton Heath.
Chief Superintendant Wasim Chaudhry, commander of the North Manchester Division, hosted the event which was also attended by the High Sheriff of Greater Manchester, Sharman Birtles and the Lord Mayor Cllr Paul Murphy.
In 2012, Greater Manchester Police created a new Volunteer Police Cadet Scheme for young people in the region.
The scheme is aimed at 13- 17 year-olds and provides a programme of weekly Cadet nights filled with activity, information and – hopefully – some fun.
The aims of the scheme include:
•Promoting and encouraging a practical interest in policing among young people,
•Providing training, which will encourage positive leadership within communities, which will include volunteering opportunities,
•Encouraging a spirit of adventure and developing qualities of leadership and good citizenship. Cadets will be given the opportunity to obtain a Duke of Edinburgh Award, First Aid qualification etc.
Cadets units will be based in areas where there is currently little to occupy local youngsters.
Volunteers will have to apply, stating their reasons for wanting to be part of the scheme and will be encouraged to remain with the scheme for as long as they can. On reaching the end of their time as a cadet, they will be given with advice on careers and business, help with CVs and information about any opportunities to remain with the Force.
The first cadet scheme has been developed with the support of the Co-op Academy, Blackley.
Cadets are currently completing a "probationary" period and have so far experienced drill, physical exercise classes and advice on subjects such as the effective and safe use of social media.
Further items on the curriculum are lessons on the law, public order awareness, phonetics and radio use, problem solving … and more drill!
A uniform will be worn but only issued on completion of a successful probationary period.
The scheme's team leaders are also volunteers and include schools based officers, PCSO's, special constables and university students, all contributing their own time to run each cadet night.
To build number of successful schemes across the region we are looking for help. Anyone interested in becoming a volunteer team leader and can demonstrate a commitment and desire to "change hearts and minds" can contact Sergeant Jane Butler at volunteerpolicecadets@gmp.police.uk.
To find out more about Greater Manchester Police please visit our website.
You should call 101, the national non-emergency number, to report crime and other concerns that do not require an emergency response.
Always call 999 in an emergency, such as when a crime is in progress, violence is being used or threatened or where there is danger to life.
You can also call anonymously with information about crime to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. Crimestoppers is an independent charity who will not want your name, just your information. Your call will not be traced or recorded and you do not have to go to court.
Police community support officer (PCSO) Christine Gee of Greater Manchester Police’s Chadderton Neighbourhood Policing Team smiles for the camera late last year after being announced overall winner of Greater Manchester’s Justice Awards for her work to help build community spirit and reduce crime on the area’s Firwood Park estate.
Christine's work was earlier recognized at national level when she came runner up in the Engaging Local Communities section at the Justice Awards 2009.
To find out more about Policing in Greater Manchester please visit our website.
Image by Chris Oldham : Greater Manchester Police
Two men and one woman were arrested during raids at four properties in the Shaw Heath, Hillgate and Offerton areas of Stockport this morning (Tuesday 20 December).
The men, aged 26 and 51, were arrested on suspicion of being concerned in the supply of class A and class B drugs and possession of a zombie knife.
The 40-year-old woman was arrested on suspicion of possession of a class A drug. All three are now in police custody.
A search of all the addresses led to a large amount of cash as well as cocaine, cannabis and jewellery being recovered by police.
The activity was conducted by Stockport’s neighbourhood policing team working with detectives from Challenger’s organised crime unit and support from the National Crime Agency (NCA).
The disruption allowed for safeguarding interventions at one address where concerns for cuckooing had been identified.
Cuckooing involves organised crime groups who seek to exploit vulnerable adults in their own homes. The criminal networks can force their way into the property, banishing the individual into one room and leaving them scared to come out while they set the home up as a place to store and deal drugs.
Throughout the day there will be a visible policing presence with local neighbourhood officers and Police Community Support Officers (PCSOs) engaging with the community on the cuckooing signs to look out for and how to report it to police.
Detective Sergeant Lee Attenborough, of Stockport’s Challenger team, said:“Today’s activity driven by the neighbourhood policing team with our support, has been important in showing criminals that we can disrupt their drug network by striking at any moment.
“We take this action in order to make the community safer and to protect vulnerable adults who are most at risk from the harm caused by organised criminals.
“However, we can’t do it on our own. I encourage residents to get to know the signs, keep being our eyes and our ears and reporting any activity you deem to be suspicious, and just like today, we will act on it.”
These are some of the signs of cuckooing that people can look out for:
Have you not seen your neighbour for a while?
Or if you have, is there a clear change in their behaviour or routine?
Has there been a noticeable increase in visitors to their property, perhaps at unsociable hours?
Are the windows covered or the curtains closed at the property all the time?
Do you see people you don’t recognise outside your neighbour’s property perhaps always talking on their phone?
If you believe drug activity or exploitation of vulnerable people is taking place in your community please contact GMP on 101 or by calling Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
Yesterday, Wednesday 5 June 2013, over 120 officers from Lancashire, Merseyside, Cheshire and Greater Manchester Police, took part in a day of action to reduce criminality on the roads and improve road safety.
The operation, commanded by Superintendent Thompson and coordinated by Greater Manchester Police, saw vehicle check sites set up in Lancashire, Cheshire and Merseyside force areas, supported by partners from the Environment Agency, Trading Standards, RSPCA, VOSA and HMRC.
GMP's Anpr Intercept, Traffic Enforcement teams and Road Policing units conducted enforcement throughout the region, supported by Traffic PCSO's.
Officers from GMP's Tactical Aid and Tactical Dog Units were deployed at the sites to provide specialist search capability.
Highways Agency staff also supported the operation by providing assistance to officers and distributing road safety leaflets to motorists.
The operation generated a large volume of media interest, resulting in the several interviews being provided by Superintendent Thompson and Chief Inspector Buckle to ITV National and Regional News, Crime Watch Road Show and a number of local radio stations.
The day saw over 300 vehicles stopped, 7 offenders arrested for a variety of offences including, possession of a controlled drug with intent to supply, assault and theft of two motor vehicles.
192 motorists were breathalysed, contributing to the ACPO national drink drive campaign, 223 motorists dealt with under Road Traffic Act legislation and 19 vehicles seized for being driven without insurance, licence or in an anti social manner.
To find out more about Greater Manchester Police please visit our website.
You should call 101, the new national non-emergency number, to report crime and other concerns that do not require an emergency response.
Always call 999 in an emergency, such as when a crime is in progress, violence is being used or threatened or where there is danger to life.
You can also call anonymously with information about crime to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. Crimestoppers is an independent charity who will not want your name, just your information. Your call will not be traced or recorded and you do not have to go to court or give a statement.
Stagecoach in East Kent "Heart" Bus 47379 GX06JYD on route 63, Gillies Coaches of Aylesham, Kent, L583HSG and LAZ6576, Thomsetts Coaches of Deal, Kent, M78JNV and Roberts Coaches of Adisham, Kent, IIL5316.
The Gillies Coaches vehicles are a Plaxton Premiere Interurban Volvo, ex Stagecoach Fife Scotland 52183: www.flickr.com/photos/35114850@N08/4342711409/, aquired in 2006, and a VanHool DAF aquired in 2008 from P.W. Jones Coach Touring of Burley Gates, Herefordshire that was new to Hallmark Coachlines of Luton, Bedfordshire as L527EHD: www.flickr.com/photos/77674002@N03/8192397905, (Thanks to Mdoggett77, Wigan Airways, Google_Wayne and Terry B. for that), the Thomsetts Coaches vehicle is a Van Hool Scania K113 aquired in 2007 that was new to J.Poynter Coaching of Duston, Northamptonshire: www.flickr.com/photos/130423792@N03/16639160137/, (Thanks to Quicksilvers and DonSping77 for that), and the Roberts Coaches vehicle is a Van Hool Volvo B10M-60 new to Clarkes of London as D24CNR: www.flickr.com/photos/michaelwadman/5952793265/, aquired in 2007 (Thanks to Brian.E, FeritF and TTthomsett for that). These vehicles are regulars on Gillies's, Thomsetts's and Roberts's school routes and serve many Dover area schools.
If anyone is interested here is the previous Roberts Coaches IIL5316: www.flickr.com/photos/brianseast/8294768037.
If anyone is interested here is the previous Gillies Coaches LAZ6576: www.flickr.com/photos/41244661@N02/8540344904/.
If anyone knows anymore about these vehicles do tell us!
As some of you may know I have recently uploaded several pics of some of our local operators here in East Kent as we feel that they are slightly under represented here on Flickr (and you are welcome to disagree with me on this, but you might want to have some pics to back up your disagreement!).
However we have so far failed in our efforts to encourage others (You know who you are!) to try have a go themselves and so we hope that by uploading this shot and maybe a few more like it soon, we will be able to help others who wish to give it a try and give a taster of what Dover has to offer.
There are several places to see schools vehicles if you want to watch the action but they do not come through Dover bus station.
To start with, I would recomend that you visit Tower Hamlets Northbourne Avenue (the Location of this shot) as most of the Dover area school services can be found there and you can see the buses and coaches Before the kids get on.
You can get there on the Stagecoach number 63 "Heart" Bus (visible in this shot), but to my knowledge no other Service bus routes run up there in the afternoons.
I would NOT recomend being up there with a camera when kids are around as I'm told by someone at work, that Tower Hamlets Northbourne Avenue is now patrolled by a Kent Police PCSO at school out times as there are schools and playgrounds nearby. While you really DO NOT want to be up there with a camera when the kids come out (I would recomend leaving by about 15:10PM at the latest), it is ok to be up there and shoot the buses and coaches Before the kids come out.
However if you do get in trouble, I will NOT be coming to visit you in prison!!
I would then recomend moving to the Priory Street/York Street roundabout: www.flickr.com/photos/69558134@N05/7896197948, which I think is the best public place to see the action, as you will see most of the buses and coaches as they come down off Folkestone Road although some go down Astor Avenue and Tower Hamlets Road (the road going to my right in this shot).
The various local operators provide a lot of varity with Eastonways Buses of Thanet (1 bus) and Thomsetts Coaches of Deal (2 coaches) in adition to Gillies Coaches of Aylesham (3/4 coaches), Roberts Coaches of Adisham (3 coaches) and whatever Stagecoach has to offer.
You can also find where the vehicles park up between runs but it varies.
Thomsetts go back to their base in Deal for the day: www.flickr.com/photos/69558134@N05/6926598197, which is on Golf Road next to the big gas cylinders, which is one of Deal's local landmarks... or eysores depending on which of my friends you speak to!
Gilies and Roberts do go back to their depots: www.flickr.com/photos/69558134@N05/6648985155 and: www.flickr.com/photos/69558134@N05/6893051013, but they do also sometimes park up in Dover as some of my uploads show.
Gilies can park up just about anywhere including the Riverside Coach Park and the location of some of the scenic shots I have recently uploaded: www.flickr.com/photos/69558134@N05/7000960581 and: www.flickr.com/photos/69558134@N05/6836779834.
Roberts often park a coach in Old Park Avenue just off London Road: www.flickr.com/photos/69558134@N05/8508614490, and often used to park a coach in Nursery Lane, Whitfield: www.flickr.com/photos/69558134@N05/6795848540, which is also near Menzies Road home of the Stagecoach bus depot: www.flickr.com/photos/beerdave1745/5649593815/, the Dover Transport Museum: www.flickr.com/photos/69558134@N05/7166522184, and the yard of DHR Racing. Until very recently (2011) their yard was home to a white Duple 320 coach, devoid of seating, that i'm sure was the very unusual Duple 320 rebodied Ford R1115 that originally had a Duple Dominant E body (or so I was told), that had been owned by Star Coaches of Deal, Kent who ceased trading in 2005.
Well I hope all this Helps, but do let me know if you want anymore info and i'll see if I can think of any.
I took this while out for a walk.
The area at the top of The Square in Winchester, between the Slug And Lettuce. Cafe Monde and The Square Cafe is designated a Pedestrian Zone and clearly signed as such, yet cyclists continually use it as a short cut to the High Street (Also a Pedestrian Zone) despite the 'No Vehicles' sign.
The local Police do absolutly nothing about it and niether do the PCSOs, in fact they also blatently cycle through it themselves as seen above!
Seen parked up in Central London
These are mainly used by PCSO's and similar, i dont think they respond very often as they are driven by PCSO's haveing sad that they do have a fare few lights on them
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On Monday October 1, 2012 the new National Police Air Service (NPAS) was launched, which provides the air support provision previously undertaken by the Chiltern Air Support Unit in Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire.The new service is intended to provide a more cost effective and accessible air support to police forces throughout England and Wales.
West Yorkshire Police are the lead force for NPAS which is where the national NPAS Despatch and Flight Monitoring centre is located.
NPAS provides a national, borderless service to 98% of the population of England and Wales by making use of the nearest aircraft.
There will be 23 strategic aircraft locations, with aircraft services being available 24 hours a day.
At Bedfordshire Police our aim is "fighting crime, protecting the public."
We cover 477 square miles, serve a population of around 550,000 and employ in the region of 1,260 Police Officers, 950 police staff and 120 Police Community Support Officers (PCSOs). For more details about the force, visit our website www.bedfordshire.police.uk
Thursday, January 12 2016, saw the passing out parade of Blackley’s volunteer police cadet unit.
The ceremony took place at Greater Manchester Police’s headquarters in Newton Heath.
Chief Superintendant Wasim Chaudhry, commander of the North Manchester Division, hosted the event which was also attended by the High Sheriff of Greater Manchester, Sharman Birtles and the Lord Mayor Cllr Paul Murphy.
In 2012, Greater Manchester Police created a new Volunteer Police Cadet Scheme for young people in the region.
The scheme is aimed at 13- 17 year-olds and provides a programme of weekly Cadet nights filled with activity, information and – hopefully – some fun.
The aims of the scheme include:
•Promoting and encouraging a practical interest in policing among young people,
•Providing training, which will encourage positive leadership within communities, which will include volunteering opportunities,
•Encouraging a spirit of adventure and developing qualities of leadership and good citizenship. Cadets will be given the opportunity to obtain a Duke of Edinburgh Award, First Aid qualification etc.
Cadets units will be based in areas where there is currently little to occupy local youngsters.
Volunteers will have to apply, stating their reasons for wanting to be part of the scheme and will be encouraged to remain with the scheme for as long as they can. On reaching the end of their time as a cadet, they will be given with advice on careers and business, help with CVs and information about any opportunities to remain with the Force.
The first cadet scheme has been developed with the support of the Co-op Academy, Blackley.
Cadets are currently completing a "probationary" period and have so far experienced drill, physical exercise classes and advice on subjects such as the effective and safe use of social media.
Further items on the curriculum are lessons on the law, public order awareness, phonetics and radio use, problem solving … and more drill!
A uniform will be worn but only issued on completion of a successful probationary period.
The scheme's team leaders are also volunteers and include schools based officers, PCSO's, special constables and university students, all contributing their own time to run each cadet night.
To build number of successful schemes across the region we are looking for help. Anyone interested in becoming a volunteer team leader and can demonstrate a commitment and desire to "change hearts and minds" can contact Sergeant Jane Butler at volunteerpolicecadets@gmp.police.uk.
To find out more about Greater Manchester Police please visit our website.
You should call 101, the national non-emergency number, to report crime and other concerns that do not require an emergency response.
Always call 999 in an emergency, such as when a crime is in progress, violence is being used or threatened or where there is danger to life.
You can also call anonymously with information about crime to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. Crimestoppers is an independent charity who will not want your name, just your information. Your call will not be traced or recorded and you do not have to go to court.
Greater Manchester Police’s Chief Constable, Ian Hopkins, joined officers on patrol in Manchester on Friday 18 December 2015.
He went on foot patrol with some of the regular officers, special constables and PCSOs who were on duty on what is traditionally the busiest night of the year.
Mr. Hopkins also took the opportunity to thank some of volunteers from other agencies who were working to keep people safe and secure.
To find out more about Greater Manchester Police please visit our website.
You should call 101, the national non-emergency number, to report crime and other concerns that do not require an emergency response.
Always call 999 in an emergency, such as when a crime is in progress, violence is being used or threatened or where there is danger to life.
You can also call anonymously with information about crime to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
Two police community support officers of Greater Manchester Police at work on the Force’s North Manchester Division.
The work of PCSOs complements and supports their regular police officer colleagues. They provide a highly visible and accessible uniformed presence in the heart of local communities, which is intended to improve the quality of life and offer reassurance to the general public.
Neighbourhood Policing is at the heart of Greater Manchester Police. We want Greater Manchester to be a better place to live, work and play.
It is about putting people at the centre of what we do, really caring and having a strong working relationship with our communities. It is about having the right people in the right place at the right time tackling everything from anti-social behaviour and burglary to terrorism and organised crime.
Visit our website for information about Neighbourhood Policing in your area of Greater Manchester. www.gmp.police.uk
Visit Greater Manchester Police Museum and Archives for details and opening times.
To find out more about Greater Manchester Police please visit our website.
You should call 101, the national non-emergency number, to report crime and other concerns that do not require an emergency response.
Always call 999 in an emergency, such as when a crime is in progress, violence is being used or threatened or where there is danger to life.
You can also call anonymously with information about crime to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. Crimestoppers is an independent charity who will not want your name, just your information. Your call will not be traced or recorded and you do not have to go to court or give a statement.