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Official Police information resource created by @ThePNLD. Not for crime reporting; call 999 for emergencies or 101 for non-emergencies.

 Wakefield, West Yorkshire
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Joined October 2011
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🐶 Is your dog usually afraid of #Fireworks? You can keep the animal indoors, close the windows and have the TV on or music playing to muffle the sound of the fireworks. 🔗 Click here for more details: askthe.police.uk/faq/?id=3e8…
Question of the Day graphic displaying a picture of golden retriever lying on tiled floor looking anxious with Q321: My dog is really afraid of fireworks, do you have any advice? Question appears in a white box with the Ask the Police logo underneath.

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🚘 In a 'Cash for Crash' incident, fraudsters may deliberately stage or cause a collision for the purpose of financial gain. Make sure you are aware these scams and where to report it. 🔗 Click the link for more: askthe.police.uk/faq/?id=096…
Question of the Day graphic displaying a picture of a police car with emergency flashing lights with Q957: What is 'Cash for Crash', how can I avoid becoming a victim and what do I do if it happens to me? Question appears in a white box with the Ask the Police logo underneath.

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They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old: Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn. At the going down of the sun and in the morning, We will remember them. #ArmisticeDay #LestWeForget
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💰 What is the law relating to bailiffs collecting civil debts? ➡️ Must give an enforcement notice of 7 days' prior to visit ➡️ Can only enter home by usual means of entry (not window) 🔗 Click for more rules regarding bailiffs: askthe.police.uk/faq/?id=5ac…
Question of the Day graphic displaying a picture of an open truck loaded with cardboard boxes with Q578: What is the law relating to bailiffs collecting civil debts? Question appears in a white box with the Ask the Police logo underneath.

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🍺 It is an offence to sell alcohol to a person under the age of 18 If you know an off-licence that is selling alcohol to a person under the age of 18, you should contact your local police force or Trading Standards Office who will take the details. 🔗: askthe.police.uk/faq/?id=c15…
Question of the Day graphic displaying a picture of two glasses of alcohol on a black table with Q91: I know an off-licence that is selling alcohol to underage children, what can I do? Question appears in a white box with the Ask the Police logo underneath.

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🚘 Do you know the law relating to clamping? Clamping of a vehicle on a public highway can only be done by public bodies, namely; a local authority, the police or the DVLA. 🔗 Click the link for more information: askthe.police.uk/faq/?id=0e0…
Question of the Day graphic displaying a close up of a car wheel being clamped with Q528: What is the law relating to clamping? Question appears in a white box with the Ask the Police logo underneath.

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🖥️ Police use of facial recognition technology: a public dialogue Understanding minority groups’ views on the use of facial recognition and the safeguards, accountability and oversight needed under the proposed framework. gov.uk/government/publicatio…
Police use of facial recognition technology: a public dialogue

Police use of facial recognition technology: a public dialogue

Understanding minority groups’ views on the use of facial recognition and the safeguards, accountability and oversight needed under the proposed framework.

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📰 Anti-fraud lessons rolled out across schools in England Children will learn how to spot fraud and protect themselves from financial and sexual exploitation, as new lessons are offered to schools across the country. gov.uk/government/news/anti-…
Anti-fraud lessons rolled out across schools in England

Anti-fraud lessons rolled out across schools in England

Children will learn how to spot fraud and protect themselves from financial and sexual exploitation, as new lessons are offered to schools across the country.

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🎆 Are you holding your own fireworks display for #BonfireNight? Make sure you check out the rules relating to fireworks by clicking the link below! 👇askthe.police.uk/faq/?id=e9f…
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🔥 Are you hosting a #Bonfire this week? Make sure you are able to keep control of your bonfire, as it can be illegal if such fire injures, interrupts or endangers users of a highway/carriageway. 🔗: askthe.police.uk/faq/?id=c19… #FireSafety
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🚓 New police family support resource launches during International Stress Awareness Week To mark International Stress Awareness Week, a new Police Family Support resource has launched, bringing together information, advice and support in one place. oscarkilo.org.uk/news/new-po…
New police family support resource launches during International Stress Awareness Week | Oscar Kilo

New police family support resource launches during International Stress Awareness Week | Oscar Kilo

Families play a vital role in supporting the wellbeing of those who work in policing. To mark International Stress Awareness Week, we have launched a new Police Family Support resource, bringing...

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🚓 What is heritage crime? It is any offence which harms the value of heritage assets and their settings, as defined by Historic England. Heritage assets are sites which are considered to have value to the heritage of England. 🔗Read here: askthe.police.uk/faq/?id=36e…
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🎃 Are you preparing for trick or treating with your children? Here is some advice on how to enjoy yourselves safely this #Halloween and not bump into any unwanted surprises 👻 Click here for the details: askthe.police.uk/faq/?id=745…
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📰 Under-18 sales ban on nicotine products and all vapes Chief Medical Officer responds to restrictions on the sale and promotion of vapes and nicotine products. gov.uk/government/speeches/u…
Under-18 sales ban on nicotine products and all vapes

Under-18 sales ban on nicotine products and all vapes

Chief Medical Officer responds to restrictions on the sale and promotion of vapes and nicotine products.

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🚨 What is classed as an emergency? The link below includes a few examples of emergencies when it would be necessary to call 999. This is not however an exhaustive list and common sense must prevail. Click to read more: askthe.police.uk/faq/?id=c7b…
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👤 Nitrous oxide is a colourless gas, also known as ‘laughing gas’. Nitrous oxide is a Class C drug and it is an offence to possess it unless it can be shown it was possessed for one of the legitimate exemptions. 🔗 Click the link to find out more: askthe.police.uk/faq/?id=545…
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🚓 Are you frightened of your violent partner? You can make a report to your local police who have specially trained officers who can offer help and support. Read the full details here: askthe.police.uk/faq/?id=6ee…
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🚔 The police will take action if the dog was dangerously out of control If the police cannot take action under the circumstances, the other viable alternative is to pursue civil proceedings against the dog owner. 🔗 Read in full here: askthe.police.uk/faq/?id=2e2…
Question of the Day graphic displaying a picture of a dog on a leash with Q23: My pet has been attacked by a dog, can the police do anything? Question appears in a white box with the Ask the Police logo underneath.

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👮 We have a dedicated Q&A listing the non-emergency contact details for all police forces in England and Wales. 🔗 Click to find out more: askthe.police.uk/faq/?id=a1e…
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👮 I think my friend/partner has been arrested and is in the cells, how can I find out? The police are not allowed to inform anyone that a person has been detained without their express permission (unless the person in custody is a juvenile). 🔗: askthe.police.uk/faq/?id=49b…
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