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Latest press releases

New phase of policing pledge campaign makes clear what the public can expect from the police

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 00:01:00
New television, radio, press and online adverts will tell the public what rights they have under the national policing pledge.
Compulsory licensing scheme unveiled to curb rogue wheel clampers

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 11:09:28
A tough new compulsory licensing scheme for rogue wheel clampers has been set out in the Crime and Security Bill.
Crime and Security Bill - protecting communities

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 09:23:29
New proposals to protect communities by making the streets safer, shutting down criminal markets and ensuring justice for victims of crime.
Identity card launch date announced

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 10:46:55
Identity cards will be available to people who live and work in Greater Manchester from 30 November.
New policing and crime legislation puts people first

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 10:31:23
New measures to protect the public, increase police accountability and tackle crime and disorder were welcomed today by the Home Secretary Alan Johnson.