PCC urges drivers not to drink or drug drive this Christmas

  Cumbria’s Police and Crime Commissioner, Peter McCall, is urging drivers not to drink or drug drive this Christmas. Drink/drug driving is one of the biggest causes of fatalities on UK roads alongside speeding, distracted driving and not wearing a seatbelt – otherwise known as ‘The Fatal Four’. Cumbria’s Police and Crime Commissioner, Peter McCall,… Continue reading PCC urges drivers not to drink or drug drive this Christmas


Statement: Constabulary apologise for image used on drug supply information leaflet

  Cumbria Constabulary are aware of concerns raised regarding a leaflet which includes an image of a black person dealing drugs. The leaflet has been used as part of efforts to gain further information on drug supply within our county. Following feedback, the Constabulary accept that this was a poor choice of image. Immediate action… Continue reading Statement: Constabulary apologise for image used on drug supply information leaflet


Partners Issue Warning to young people on the effects of “Gummies” containing CBD Oil

Cumbria Police’s Child Centred Policing teams have been made aware of a number incidents across the country involving young people taking “sweets” or “gummies” containing unknown ingredients, but believed to include CBD oil. Reports are not being treated as connected. A number of young persons across the country, including one teenager from Cumbria, have been… Continue reading Partners Issue Warning to young people on the effects of “Gummies” containing CBD Oil


20 Arrests made, Raids lauched and Drugs seized in North Cumbria week of action

Police in north Cumbria arrested 20 people, carried out a number of raids and seized drugs with a street value of more than £50,000 as they addressed community concerns during a week of action. Officers were deployed to do what police in Cumbria do all-year-round – keep people safe, catch suspects and deter and tackle… Continue reading 20 Arrests made, Raids lauched and Drugs seized in North Cumbria week of action


Teachers and Youth Workers urged to use new resources to raise awareness of drugs and alcohol isssues

TEACHERS AND YOUTH WORKERS URGED TO USE NEW RESOURCES TO RAISE AWARENESS OF DRUG AND ALCOHOL ISSUES AMONG YOUNG PEOPLE Teachers, tutors and youth workers are being urged to take advantage of new resources created by a Cumbrian charity aimed at raising awareness of drug and alcohol issues among young people. “We are calling on… Continue reading Teachers and Youth Workers urged to use new resources to raise awareness of drugs and alcohol isssues


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