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| Warning to farmers as stats show rural theft rises in March (22.02.12) |
| Officers from the Eden and Brampton Neighbourhood Policing Teams are urging farmers to be vigilant and increase security as statistics show that rural theft tends to rise in the Spring. Figures from the last three years show that, in March, the number of thefts from farms and outbuildings rises, with agricultural machinery and insecure vehicles being the prime targets. In March 2009 there were 28 reported thefts from farms, outbuildings and rural properties reported in North Cumbria. In March 2010 there were 31, and in March 2011 there were 27. However, in October at the beginning of each of these winters there had only been an average of 2 crimes reported. To tackle this late winter increase, Cumbria police are combining preventative measures with targeted policing patrols in rural areas to stop and arrest suspects. This is a safe and low level crime area and these plans help to ensure that this continues to be the case. Inspector Dave Willetts, from the Eden Neighbourhood Policing Team, said: “By farmers and police working together, we can reduce criminal opportunities and protect property and people from becoming victims of crime. “It is essential that farmers and people working in rural communities take an active part in this plan by being extra vigilant. People who live and work in these areas know when something doesn’t look or feel right, so they should act on their instincts, and report anything out of the ordinary to police. “If you spot any suspicious activity, call police on the new non-emergency number, 101, so that we can act quickly. Also note down the registration details of any suspicious vehicles you notice, as this can provide vital leads during criminal investigations.” Inspector Di Bradbury of Brampton Neighbourhood Policing team added: “It is also vitally important that people increase their security. All too often we are getting reports of thefts of quad bikes and other vehicles that we find have been left insecure, with the keys in the ignition. We also receive a number of reports of thefts of high value equipment that has been left insecure in sheds and barns. “We need to remember that thieves are continually scouring the countryside looking for an opportunist moment – and it only takes a second for property to be stolen. “Officers will be visiting a number of farms who have been targeted in the past and will be checking their crime prevention measures, giving advice and information regarding security. Pete Aiston PCSO 5243 Longtown More... |
| Message sent on behalf of Declan Healy – BBC One Show (21.02.12) |
| TV opportunity! About me I'm a director with the BBC's "The One Show", and I'm making a film about domestic CCTV cameras. I've been looking for someone who has installed the cameras in their home and has actually caught someone on the cameras committing a crime. Did someone steal from a house and were caught on camera? Were they caught thanks to the footage, or are they still at large? It would be good to talk to the people who installed the CCTV cameras about their experience of using them and whether they think it was effective. The request Essentially, I would like to talk to people who have used domestic CCTV cameras and have actually caught a crime taking place with those cameras. I understand that it would be inappropriate for you to give me the details of people who have been affected by a crime like this, but if you could forward my email on to those people then they can contact me if they wish. Initially, I'd like to chat to them over the phone with a view to potentially interviewing them on camera about their case. I'm based in Cardiff, but am happy to film anywhere in the country. I'd need to be able to see the CCTV footage to evaluate the case, and it would be with a view to using the footage in the film. I'd also want to interview the people who were the victims so that they could a) tell me the story about what happened, and b) reflected on how useful the CCTV cameras have been. For various reasons, this film needs to be about people who have cameras installed in their home - a place of work or commercial property isn't what I'm looking for; this film is about everyday people trying to protect their home. Deadline In terms of time scale, in an ideal world I would be filming an interview with people within the next 2 weeks. I realise that this is quite a short timescale, so I'd really appreciate it if you could forward this on to anyone that you think can help as soon as possible. If that timescale isn't achievable, then it's not the end of the world! But it would be nice to film this sooner rather than later. I hope that this is clear - anyone should feel free to contact me by email or on the number below at any time if you have any questions, or think you can help. Many thanks in advance for any time and help you may be able to give. Declan Healy Tel: 02920 323 433 declan.healy@bbc.co.uk More... |
| Hospice at Home Feb 12 Newsletter- Volunteers Needed (15.02.12) |
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| PONY PADDOCK to rent (14.02.12) |
| Land at Wetheral Pasture, Wetheral, Carlisle Suitable for grazing 1.4 Acres To rent annually, gated road side access and water supplied. The paddock is available for immediate use. Offers to – The Secretary Thomas Graham Educational Foundation c/o Wetheral Parish Council, Warwick Mill, Warwick Bridge, Carlisle, CA4 8RR Telephone – 01228 561687 e-mail – wetheralpc@carlisle.gov.uk More... |
| Facebook (23.1.12) |
| Wetheral Parish Council can now to be found on Facebook. Please log in and join us. Keep up to date with what is going on in your Parish More... |
| Friends of the Lake District is looking for volunteers to assist with a Farming Landscapes Project (16.01.12) |
| Friends of the Lake District is looking for volunteers to assist with a Farming Landscapes Project More... |
| Doorstep Charity Collections - BEWARE (10.1.12) |
| Cumbria Trading Standards, Local Councils and Cumbria Police are warning residents to check the small print before donating clothes using a house to house charity collection. These are licensed by Councils for charitable purposes, in addition clothing collections can be made by commercial companies. Unfortunately on rare occasions there may be unscrupulous collectors who have either stolen bags from a reputable charity and are keeping the proceeds or collections are made without the required permission. We would advise anyone who wishes to donate clothing or other goods, to examine the bags or leaflets to see if they claim to be a charity, and to look for the registered charity number. Anyone with information about bogus collectors please contact Trading Standards via Consumer Direct on 08454 040506, the Charity Commission on 0845 3000218 or the Police on 101. More... |
| Trading Standards - Warning! (7.02.12) |
| Cumbria Trading Standards will be cracking down on scam correspondence during the month of February. It is hoped that people will drop off all their dodgy letters and emails at collection points dotted around the county. The campaign is aimed to raise public awareness about the perils of engaging with companies who are involved in the sending of mail such as fake lotteries, prize draw wins, miracle health cures to name but a few. Local drop off points will be situated in:-Carlisle: Morrisons, Kingstown Road Tesco, Carlisle City Centre Co-op, Wigton Road Civic Centre Age UK, Carlisle More... |
| Cold Callers and Door Step Sellers (04.01.2012) |
| Have you ever experienced intimidating or oppressive selling? If so this should be reported to Trading Standards or to the Police immediately. More... |