Op Sceptre

Operation Sceptre, is a national campaign which takes place twice a year, supporting the work Cumbria Police carry out all year round to ensure residents are safe from knife crime in their community.

Our officers undertake a range of activities including targeted operations, engagement and education to reassure young people they are safer not carrying knives, and to walk away from harm. 

 

Advice for Adults/parents:

If your child or a young person in your care is caught up in something dangerous, support is available:

Cumbria Safeguarding Children Partnership | Cumbria Safeguarding Children Partnership - Information and support for parents and carers in Cumbia

[email protected] – Cumbria Polices dedicated child centred policing team, delivering bespoke police interventions where specific risks of behaviours or criminality exist

Action for children  Advice for parent/carers who are worried why there child is carrying a knife

Young Minds – Provides information, a helpline and webchat to parents and carers who are concerned about their child’s mental health, up to the age of 25

NSPCC – Provides parenting tip for all stages of a child’s life, as well as advice on how to deal with difficult situations.

If you or someone you know is in immediate danger please dial 999.

 

Young People:

Whether you’re caught up in something that feels dangerous or want to take a different path in life, there are things you can do. It’s never too late to make a change. Here are some people that can help:

Fearless A safe space to report crime 100% anonymously

Childline | NSPCC a free and confidential service where you can talk to ChildLine councillors about anything.

Kooth a free, safe and anonymous online support system for mental wellbeing

The Mix advice on what to do if you feel like you need to carry a knife.

If you or someone you know is in immediate danger please dial 999.

 

I NEED HELP AND SUPPORT

Surround yourself with positive people

We don’t mean people who are happy all the time – we mean the ones that are a force for good in your life. Your friends should never pressure you into doing something you don’t want to do.

Plan ahead

You may be put in a position where someone is trying to force you to carry a knife. Being prepared with a way to say no before you’re put on the spot could save you from spiralling into a dangerous situation.

Think about where you go

You probably know about the places in town or near your home or school that have a lot of conflict or violence. Stay away from them. If you’re not there, you can’t get whatever’s happening.caught up in

Find a new focus

Whether it’s a creative activity like making music, or something physical like boxing or football, finding something you enjoy doing will not only help you avoid dangerous situations, but you’ll be able to build new skills, meet different people, and pave the way for your bright future.

 

Support links; There are lots of people out there to help and support you. Take a look at the below for more:

• The Ben Kinsella Trust is one of the leading anti-knife crime charities in the UK, helping to create a society where no one suffers the loss of a life to knife crime.
• Childline offers a safe and secure place for you to talk. They can help you with knife-related advice or any other worries you may have.
• The Mix has advice on what to do if you feel you need to carry a knife.
• No Knives Better Lives offers practical support and information on the effects of knife crime.