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Fantastic to be able to support Northumbria Police Strong men and women competition today. raising money for a great cause #Mercy

'We would not be doing our job if we did not do the same. 'We are deeply disappointed to see the PCC’s misogynist remarks.' (3/3)

'Policing is itself committed to tackling head on the challenges we face around culture and building trust and confidence, particularly among women and girls.

'Police leaders, constantly ask for our workforce to stand up and call out unacceptable behaviour. (2/3)

Joint statement from DCC Maggie Blyth, NPCC lead for violence against women and girls, and NPCC Chair Chief Constable Gavin Stephens:

'The comments by Stephen Mold are abhorrent and unacceptable from someone with oversight of policing. (1/3)

Please see an important update below from our colleagues from Metropolitan Police.

☎️ If you see Ezedi, call 999 immediately. He should NOT be approached.

Spent the last couple of days out visiting Northumbria Police fabulous teams working hard across the region. They have dealt with some heartbreaking incidents. Many thanks to each and every person keeping Northumbria safe.

Here to keep you safe 👮
We'll be on hand to make sure have an enjoyable night out this Christmas.
We patrol hotspots, work with door staff & partners to tackle disorder, violence & look out for signs of vulnerability.
When you need us, we’ll be there 🙌

Bit of foot patrol this afternoon with Newcastle Police Northumbria Police Great to get out in the city.......now for some response policing

Great news for our rural communities. 😁

From tomorrow, Alnwick, Berwick and Hexham stations will be open 9-5 Monday - Friday. 👍🚓

Today (7/12) marks the beginning of #Hanukkah 🕎👏

Celebrated in many ways, we are encouraging our officers and staff to learn more about this celebration with the large Jewish communities we serve and work alongside within our force area.

Happy Hanukkah to all who celebrate 💙

We are aware of commentary on social media relating to a report of suspected malicious communications.

As we continue to look into this matter it would be inappropriate to comment any further.

A glimpse at our blue light future 💚

Chief Fire Officer Peter Heath welcomed CCVanessa Jardine of Northumbria Police to the site of our state-of-the-art #Hebburn Tri-Station this week.

🚒🚓🚑 The station will house fire, police and North East Ambulance Service under one eco-friendly roof!

We've got eyes in the sky, and we're watching you! 👀

Officers deployed our police drone during #OpImpact to monitor any pockets of anti-social behaviour and disorder in the area.

We kickstarted #OpImpact with a briefing for police and partners, led by our very own Detective Chief Inspector Angela Hewitt 👮‍♀️

Ready to hit the streets of #Sunderland today! 💥

If you are aware of, or concerned, about any form of criminal activity in your area please tell us so we can take action 👇
services.northumbria.police.uk/online
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We're here to make a difference in the place you call home 💙 #OpImpact (4/4)

Our purpose remains the same “to keep people safe and fight crime”, and this week’s activity will be lead by our new Deputy Chief Constable, Jayne Meir on her 3rd week in
force.(3/4)

From rural Northumberland to Sunderland, we’ll be deploying our response teams, traffic officers, police horses, police dogs, investigators, and partner agencies in a bid to take action against criminal activity in your area. (2/4)