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Greater Manchester Police has launched Operation North Star – our initiative to help protect communities during the festive period and bring criminals to justice.
This is aligned to the government’s “Winter of Action” plan, which was recently unveiled by the Home Secretary following the success of the government’s Safer Streets summer initiative.
Action for Winter activity will see police forces partner with local businesses, authorities, and police and crime commissioners to target shop theft and anti-social behaviour, as part of the government’s Plan for Change to make our streets safer.
This forcewide operation will demonstrate our commitment to keeping people and their property safe during what is traditionally one of the busiest periods in local policing.
Bringing together neighbourhood policing teams, specialist departments, and partner agencies across Greater Manchester, we are committed to deliver both prevention and enforcement activities in the lead up to Christmas and into the New Year.
A key date within the eight-week initiative was the launch of the Manchester Christmas Markets, with it being a key attraction to residents from Greater Manchester and those visiting from further afield. With millions of people expected to descend on the hundreds of stalls,
increased resources from GMP have been allocated to keep the markets a safe and enjoyable space for all.
Our officers and partners will be more visible as we work together across problematic areas to tackle priority crime types, including:
Violence prevention, with particular emphasis on domestic abuse and the safety of women and girls in public place.
Targeted action against drink and drug driving.
Enhanced burglary prevention and investigation.
Robust response to personal robbery and theft.
Dedicated focus on vehicle crime.
Increased cybercrime prevention and awareness.
Comprehensive retail crime prevention
Assistant Chief Constable Matt Boyle, GMP’s lead for Local Policing, said: “In 2025, we welcomed the government’s pledge for stronger and safer streets in Greater Manchester through the Neighbourhood Policing Guarantee.
Operation North Star aligns to the government’s Winter of Action initiative and our commitment to working in unison with partners to reduce crime and protect the communities we serve.
“Our priority will be strengthening engagement with local communities to hear their concerns and respond effectively. Residents and business owners can expect greater visibility of officers and partners as we work together to ensure a safe winter for everyone.
“During last year’s festive operation, we made 784 arrests, which was an increase on both 2022 and 2023. This isn’t about limiting people’s enjoyment - it’s about creating an environment where everyone can have a good time without feeling unsafe or at risk of harm.
“We will work tirelessly to ensure everyone can do this by having the right resources in the right places at the right times, to help the most vulnerable, and to provide a swift and effective response to incidents when they occur.”
Kate Green, Deputy Mayor for Safer and Stronger Communities, said: “Operation North Star is about making sure everyone in Greater Manchester can enjoy the festive season safely.
“We’re backing our frontline officers and partner agencies to be visible and proactive -
preventing anti-social behaviour and crime and making our neighbourhoods places where people feel confident walking home, enjoying time with family and friends, and shopping locally.
“This operation reflects our shared commitment in our ‘Standing Together’ police and crime plan and supports the Greater Manchester Strategy’s ambition for safer communities - where people feel secure, supported, and connected.
“I want to reassure residents and visitors that officers and partners are out there not just to respond to incidents, but to prevent harm, offer support, and help build the kind of communities we all want to live in - safe, inclusive, and resilient this winter and beyond.”
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To report crime in your neighbourhood, contact the police via LiveChat at www.gmp.police.uk, or by calling 101 or dialling 999 in an emergency.
Rosalind Cron, Cathy Hughes, Dr. Nichols, and Dr. Glass (L-R) stand on stage during Deed of Gift ceremony.
Photo Credit: Harold Dorwin.
On 16 December 2010, the Free Word Centre was transformed for the launch of 'Beyond Bars: 50 Years of the PEN Writers in Prison Committee', a special issue of Index on Censorship (04/2010) to mark the 50th anniversary of the WiPC
Photo: English PEN/Saskia Schmidt (What Is It Production Ltd)
It takes two people to put a key in two different places plus the same thing at another location to launch a missile.
Armani Hotel, Dubai. 10 x 3 m P3 LED screen with lighting, AV, Setup, Registration, Event Management for RSA Launch Event.
On November 21, Stony Brook University launched the public phase of a seven-year, $600 million comprehensive campaign. The campaign, led by the Stony Brook Foundation, is the largest in the history of the State University of New York system.
The launch was already canceled because of false readings from the engine cutoff sensor system that measures liquid hydrogen in the external tank when a spider decided to walk over the camera.
Konzeption, Organisation und Durchführung einer Produkteinführung. Dauer: 3 Jahre; Maßnahmen: Roadshows, Tagungen, Mitarbeiter-Seminare, Mitarbeiter-Event, Fachkonferenz, Symposium, Launch Gala, Incentive-Reihe. Agentur: Ercom AG; Kunde: Lilly Pharma
ESCP Europe Business School launched its new Bachelor in Management (BSc) programme at its London campus with a special welcome for both students and families.
The Class of 2018 - 47 undergraduates from 16 nationalities - gathered with parents and siblings to hear from the Dean, Prof. Dr. Frank Bournois, who shared the School’s vision and philosophy, and heralded the start of the programme at the School’s London Campus.
Over three years, Bachelor students at ESCP Europe will travel to three of the School’s European campuses. After spending their first year in London, they will move to either Madrid or Turin. Finally, the full class will reunite for a final year at the Berlin campus.
The Dean of Academic Affairs, Prof. Dr. Andreas Kaplan, a graduate of the School himself and originator of the programme, impressed upon the group that this was the beginning of a unique journey for them – and one for which they had been very carefully selected.
Prof. Dr. Simon Mercado, Director of ESCP Europe’s London campus, welcomed the students to London and into a wider community of learners at the city’s campus. This includes about 500 students studying Master programmes in Business Management, European Business, Energy Management, Creativity Marketing and Business Administration (MBA).
Finally, Peter Globokar, Managing Director of Mooreland Partners and an alumnus of the School, was introduced as the Mentor for the BSc. He attributed his success with Mooreland, an international technology-focused M&A and fundraising advisory, to the entrepreneurial spirit and international experience he gained at ESCP Europe.
As the welcome speeches ended, the guests were officially welcomed to London in the most British way possible: an afternoon cream tea.
About the Bachelor in Management (BSc)
The ESCP Europe Bachelor in Management (BSc) is a three-year programme taught in three countries. Students spend their first year in London; their second in either Madrid or Turin; and their final year in Berlin. During this time students will become fluent in three languages and complete at least two internships, allowing them to graduate with the skills essential for their international business futures. The programme offers not only management subjects, but also a full programme of liberal arts and humanities. Find out more: escpeurope.eu/bachelor
ExoMars launch event at ESOC 14 March 2016, including images from the Main Control Room around launch and receipt of first signals. Credit: ESA/J. Mai
View of Arizona's Scud rocket launching, framed by the Patriot missile battery that was subsequently launched in response.
On 18 August 2016, the Government of Zimbabwe through; the Ministry of Agriculture, Mechanisation and Irrigation Development and Ministry of Health and Child Care, together with the Food and Agriculture organization (UN), Harvest Plus and other partners, launched widespread marketing and distribution of high nutrient crop seed varieties – Vitamin A maize and iron and zinc beans for the 2016/2017 Agricultural Season.
Promotion of these crops as well as the launch ceremony is part of a component of the UK Aid funded Livelihood and Food Security Program (LFSP), that focuses among other things on promoting production and consumption of these high nutrient staple crops as well as other crops and livestock for dietary diversity and improved nutrition status of women and children in Zimbabwe.
Key Guests included;
1.Dr David Parirenyatwa - Minister of Health and Child Care
2.Mrs Danisile Hikwa - Principal Director in the Department of Research and Specialist Services, Ministry of Agriculture, Mechanization and Irrigation Development
3.Head of DFID Zimbabwe, Annabel Gerry
4.David Phiri, FAO Coordinator for Southern Africa.
5.Lister Katsvairo, Harvest Plus Country Manager
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SpaceX rocket launch from Cape Canaveral in Florida. This was a 3 minute long exposure to capture the rocket trail, and the “star” is the full moon - this effect is due to the wide angle lens I was using and the camera settings. I was pleased with this one as it was a “one shot” deal - no second chances if you mess up the settings or the field of view or anything else! It’s also interesting to look at the people on the beach - there are hardly any “shadow” images from people moving, which shows that more or less everyone was still for that 3 minutes watching the rocket!
Edinburgh International Conference Centre (EICC), Edinburgh, 2/5/13.
Opening celebration for the new expansion.
A group of divers off on the first launch of the day from Ponta Malongane Mozambique.
All boats are launched from the beach and need to clear the surf - which at times can be pretty large and aggressive.
Photo taken at the Cycle of Songs Launch event 'Cambridge Sings' hosted by Great St Mary's Church, Cambridge, on Sunday 11th May 2014 2pm - 4pm.
Lao PDR's Department of Standardization and Metrology has new tools and training following a collaboration with EIF.
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Lenovo launched several new products at the Olio Restaurant, Crossroads, Cebu.
Products include: IdeaCentre A300 All-In-One Desktop, IdeaPad Z460, Idea U460, Lenovo V460, Lenovo B460, ThinkCentre A70z and ThinkPad Edge 14” laptop.
Lenovo Reps included: Jimmy Chin, Vincent Song, Karen Capellan and Francis Judan.
Date: May 24,2010