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Strong, friendly and active communities help defeat crime. Join the movement: https://t.co/vHRXPqqq3a
England & Wales
Joined July 2010
Stay safe online with these tips... 1⃣ Don't accept online friend requests from strangers 2⃣ Don't share personal details online 3⃣ NEVER send money or share bank details with someone you’ve only met online 👉 Read more on our website:
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Shamita shared her experiences as an international student at university in the UK, in the third issue of The Lookout (May '22), from the highs of exploring a new city, to the lows of home sickness and isolation. 👉 Read her story here:
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After building trust, Romance scammers will eventually ask for money. They'll use any number of reasons, like needing help to pay for flights to meet you, or they may say that they need money to pay for medical care. 👉 Spot the signs of romance fraud:
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Do they ask you a lot of questions, but avoid speaking about themselves? Do things get romantic, too quickly? Have you noticed inconsistencies in their stories? This romance might not be as genuine as you think... 👉 Visit our website to learn more:
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It can take months for a scammer to build a ‘relationship’ with their victim, building feelings of trust and even love. There is no shame in being a victim of romance fraud - the impact can be long lasting. 👉 Visit our website for guidance:
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Victoria gave helpful advice for how to help someone whose drink has been spiked in Issue 3 of The Lookout (May 2022). In an emergency, this information could make all the difference in helping a spiking victim. 👉 Read it here:
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📢 Join us as a Young People's Project Lead (London)! We're seeking someone enthusiastic and proactive, to deliver and grow our engagement and service work with young people (16-24 year olds), funded by the @CityBridgeFndn. 👉 Read more & apply here:
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Our News February 2025 is here! Highlights from this month's newsletter include... 🏠 @Simplisafe_UK explain why Professional Monitoring is an important part of home security 💔 Tips on spotting Romance fraud & scams 👉 Read the full newsletter here:
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Neighbourhood policing continues to play a hugely significant role in the safety of local communities - we are hugely in favour of this increased funding 👇
We have a Plan for Change and our actions speak for themselves. Our funding increase for neighbourhood policing will place more officers and PCSOs on the beat in the communities it matters most, driving down crime like anti-social behaviour, theft and knife-related violence.
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Domestic abuse can happen to anyone, and can have a long-lasting impact on survivors. Visit our website for guidance on spotting the signs and how to offer support to those who have suffered/ are suffering:
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Live or work in Newham and want to make a difference in your community? Come along to 1 of our 2 FREE bystander training sessions in Newham, 8th or 17th February. 👉Click here to book & learn more: @WatchNewham @NewhamLondon
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In Issue 2 of The Lookout (Feb 2022), Victoria explored how students and young people can make an impact in their communities, and the role that activism can play in promoting safety for young people. 👉 Read her story here:
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In our very first issue of The Lookout (Sept 2021), Ashley wrote about domestic abuse and how to support friends or loved ones experiencing it. Domestic abuse can have a lifelong impact on victims, regardless of their age. 👉 Read Ashley's article here:
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"... The pandemic saw an outburst of community spirit that held the nation together. However, with the rise in hate crime in the years since, it begs the question: Has the UK forgotten the value of community?" 👉 Read Zainab's exploration of community:
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Domestic abuse is not limited to adults - it can happen to young people in relationships too. Several independent studies have shown that 40% of teenagers are in abusive dating relationships. 👉 Visit our website more information:
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Daniel's article 'The Big Queer Guide to a Safe Night Out' featured in our very first issue of The Lookout in Sept 2021! Daniel gives practical advice to young queer people on having a fun (and safe!) night out. 👉 Read it here:
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This is fantastic news 👇 As a close strategic partner, we are delighted to see that the @metpoliceuk have been making significant improvements to the service they offer to the public. These improvements will no doubt have a direct positive impact on safety of Londoners.
The Met has moved out of special measures. We've made major improvements in call handling, tackling child exploitation, improving public protection and countering corruption. Thank you to the officers and staff who have made this possible. Read More:
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It can be hard to know how to support a friend or loved one who is experiencing domestic abuse. Your first instinct may be to protect them, but intervening directly can be dangerous. 👉 There are ways you can help though. Visit our website for guidance:
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Females around the world have daily concerns about going online. Do you? Our advice on the @GetSafeOnline website may help. 👉 Check it out now at #SafeWomenOnline #GetSafeOnline
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Bridget's article in Issue 2 of The Lookout, 'Protecting your nudes: essential cybersecurity tips', explores the importance of security when it comes to online safety & sharing personal images. 👉 #CyberSecurity #OnlineSafety #StudentSafety
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