For all parents/carers and family members worried about how to keep their child safe, a free online information session on knife crime is offered 6.30pm - 8.30pm Weds 25 September. Register in advance: benkinsellatrust.beaconforms.com/form/498546b0

A reminder that knives and weapons can be safely disposed of - no questions asked, no details taken - in amnesty bins in main police stations. This ahead of tough new restrictions come into effect banning machetes & "zombie style" knives. thamesvalley.police.uk/police-forces/…

⚠️ Did you know that zombie-style knives will be banned from 24 September? Before the ban comes into force, people have the opportunity to surrender the weapons to us anonymously If you are surrendering these weapons then ensure they are securely wrapped + sealed in a bag/box⬇️

When you are surrendering the weapon please go to one of our locations 📍TVP Police stations in: Aylesbury, Banbury, Maidenhead, Milton Keynes, Oxford, Reading or Slough Do not take the weapon out of its packaging at one of our locations, unless instructed to do so by our staff

🎟️£1,053,493 was lost to #TicketFraud among university students. ✅Always buy from official sources. ✅Whenever possible, pay by credit card. ✅Ensure vendors are STAR members. 🔗 Stay safe and enjoy the show. actionfraud.police.uk/studentsafety #StudentSafety

Wondering what’s on at this year’s Open Day? 👀 We’re very excited to share the 2024 demo & entertainment timetable! See below for where you need to be & at what time 👇🏼 Our programmes for this year will be digital, so download yours now! orlo.uk/A1z8t

🛒Students, stay vigilant: online shopping fraud is on the rise. ⚠️Beware of suspicious links and fake online deals. Always research unfamiliar online shops, use credit cards for payments, and keep accounts secure with strong passwords. 🔗actionfraud.police.uk/studentsafety #StudentSafety

Why not sign up to our community safety newsletter? You can receive this directly into your inbox every 3 months -you’ll receive crime prevention tips, local event information and partnership work updates in line with live crime trends! Sign up here: orlo.uk/pdahG

Have you been a victim of fraud? Report it to Action Fraud. We are the national reporting centre for fraud and cyber crime. You can report online actionfraud.police.uk/or by calling 0300 123 2040. In Scotland, call Police Scotland on 101. #StudentSafety

Raffle prizes! Get your raffle prizes! 🎟️ Have a look at all the fantastic things you could win in this year’s Open Day Raffle Competition, courtesy of our amazing sponsors! 👇🏼 If you fancy your chances, make sure you’re coming to our Open Day this Saturday! 🤩

📢 ⏰ One week left to apply for a share of £200,000!   Applications to Thames Valley OPCC’s Community Fund close at noon next Monday, 9 Sept   If you have a project or service in #Berkshire, #Buckinghamshire, #Oxfordshire or #MiltonKeynes that works to support victims of crime, apply now👇

⏰ One week left for Thames Valley organisations to apply for £200,000 of crime prevention funding Matthew Barber Chief Constable Jason Hogg Thames Valley Police second round of this year's Community Fund closes on Monday 9 September at 12pm (noon). Find out more and apply ➡️ thamesvalley-pcc.gov.uk/get-involved/c…

🎪 Last week, Matthew Barber attended the Bucks County Show alongside officers from TVP Buckinghamshire TVP Rural Crime Taskforce 🚜 🚔 ⬇️

🚔 Police & Crime Plan (2024 - 2029) Matthew Barber sets out the key ways in which he will seek to work with Thames Valley Police, the public and other agencies to: 🌆 Protect Communities 👪 Protect People 🏘️ Protect Property Find out more ➡️ thamesvalley-pcc.gov.uk/police-and-cri…

🌟 VACANCY - Independent Scrutiny & Oversight Board (Volunteer) Thames Valley Police have committed to the deployment of the Race Action Plan. The ISOB exists to provide overview and external scrutiny of the Police’s Plan of Action and outputs. Further details ➡️ thamesvalley-pcc.gov.uk/get-involved/v…

Are you a woman or girl and were made to feel dismissed, uncomfortable, or unsafe by the #police? If you're unhappy with how the police treated you, you have the right to complain. Learn more about our #YouHaveAVoice #VAWG campaign: ▶️ policeconduct.gov.uk/youhaveavoice

🚨 On Monday (2/9), Matthew Barber joined Thames Valley Police, Oxford City Council, Oxfordshire County Council, SAFE! and other partners at the Oxford Knife Crime Summit to discuss knife crime and how to collectively tackle the issue. Full story ⬇️ thamesvalley-pcc.gov.uk/news/community…

Four men have been sentenced to a combined total of more than 25 years after our Drugs and Serious Organised Crime Unit investigated offences of facilitating illegal immigration into the UK and cultivation of around £1.5m worth of cannabis. Details ➡ orlo.uk/OfyLe

🚨 Following the recent employment tribunal relating to racial discrimination within TVP, Matthew Barber has instigated an independent review. Expressions of interest from experienced Diversity, Equality and Inclusion experts closes tomorrow (6/9). shorturl.at/3y4ad

⏰ Applications for £200,000 of crime prevention funding close on Monday! Matthew Barber Chief Constable Jason Hogg Thames Valley Police second round of this year's Community Fund closes on Monday 9 September at 12pm (noon). Find out more and apply ➡️ thamesvalley-pcc.gov.uk/get-involved/c…