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PCC joins officers using metal detecting wands in the fight against knife crime

PCC joins officers using metal detecting wands in the fight against knife crime

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Police and Crime Commissioner Rupert Matthews has joined officers on the front line, tackling knife crime in the city, as part of a national campaign week.
Date:
Thursday 25th January 2024
PCC funds iconic blue lamps in homage to golden era of neighbourhood policing

PCC funds iconic blue lamps in homage to golden era of neighbourhood policing

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As the nation marks Neighbourhood Policing Week of Action, Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland Police and Crime Commissioner Rupert Matthews announced plans to fund several Mercia Lanterns – a replica of the Victorian Police Lantern first used in London in the 1800s – at several sites across the city and two counties.
Date:
Wednesday 24th January 2024
A busy public meeting in Leicester East

A busy public meeting in Leicester East

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COMMISSIONER'S BLOG: Since taking up office three years ago, I have made a point of getting out of the office one day a week to spend time in the communities of Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland.
Date:
Tuesday 23rd January 2024
Meet the PCC and Chief Constable in West Leicester

Meet the PCC and Chief Constable in West Leicester

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Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) Rupert Matthews has called a meeting on 20 February to give residents in West Leicester the opportunity to share their views on crime and policing.
Date:
Tuesday 23rd January 2024
Shoplifting and retail crime are everybody's problem

Shoplifting and retail crime are everybody's problem

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COLUMN: Protecting retailers and their employees from crime is a responsibility I take very seriously.
Date:
Friday 19th January 2024
PCC empowers householders to take control of their safety as free home security scheme takes off

PCC empowers householders to take control of their safety as free home security scheme takes off

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Eligible householders in areas of Leicestershire will be offered high-quality security upgrades this week under a major crime prevention project led by Police and Crime Commissioner Rupert Matthews.
Date:
Tuesday 16th January 2024
Meet the PCC and Chief Constable in East Leicester

Meet the PCC and Chief Constable in East Leicester

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Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) Rupert Matthews has called a meeting on 16 January to give residents in East Leicester the opportunity to share their views on crime and policing.
Date:
Thursday 4th January 2024
Police and Crime Commissioner backs tougher action against spiking

Police and Crime Commissioner backs tougher action against spiking

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Police and Crime Commissioner Rupert Matthews has welcomed tough new action to target spiking as the festive season gets into full swing.
Date:
Tuesday 19th December 2023
Taking the partnership approach to reduce harm in our night-time economy

Taking the partnership approach to reduce harm in our night-time economy

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The night-time economy plays an important part of cultural life in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland, creating jobs, attracting visitors and boosting our economy. But like any other area, it is also where most alcohol-related violence is concentrated and continues to present significant policing challenges.
Date:
Monday 18th December 2023
PCC's new post to boost Neighbourhood Watch

PCC's new post to boost Neighbourhood Watch

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Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) Rupert Matthews has announced the appointment of a new Project Manager to maximise the impact of Neighbourhood Watch and other invaluable Watch schemes across Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland.
Date:
Monday 18th December 2023
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