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New Ribbon NewHow Social Media and Poor Communication Are Both Failing Police Officers.

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Policing is one of the toughest professions in our society, and in today’s world, officers face scrutiny like never before. Social media has become the primary lens through which the public judges police actions. But too often, short clips uploaded online show only a fraction of an incident, missing crucial context before and after the footage. These snippets can easily be misinterpreted, painting an incomplete or inaccurate picture.

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Havering Havering Council News Police 

New Ribbon NewCouncil Survey Reveals Majority Believe Crime Is Getting Worse in Havering.

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A new community safety survey has revealed growing concern among Havering residents, with nearly half saying they feel unsafe in their own neighbourhoods and the majority believing crime is getting worse across the borough.

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Havering In Your Area News Police Romford 

New Ribbon NewCrackdown in Romford As Over 500 Arrests Made by Town Centre Police in 2025

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Officers from the Havering Police’s Romford Town Centre Team have worked very hard throughout 2025 showing their professionalism, commitment to commuters, visitors, businesses and residents of Romford Town Centre. The teams have shown that they clearly make a difference to the safety of Romford.

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Elm Park Havering In Your Area News Police 

Forensic Marking Could Be the Key to Slashing Shoplifting in Elm Park As Special Meeting Held.

Francesca Lilleystone 0 Comments , , , min read

Elm Park has made a clear stand against shoplifting as police, councillors, retailers and the local MP came together at a special crime prevention meeting to tackle the growing problem head-on. Led by the Elm Park Safer Neighbourhood Team, the meeting sent a powerful message that criminal behaviour will not be tolerated and that the community is standing united to protect its businesses.

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Havering In Your Area News Police 

Crackdown on Tool Theft as Havering Police Team Up With Security Specialists.

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South Havering Inspector Connolly is stepping up the fight against tool theft and vehicle crime after meeting with representatives from leading security specialists TVL Security. The move signals a renewed push to protect tradespeople, residents, and vehicle owners across the borough.

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Havering In Your Area News Police Rainham 

Havering Comes Together to Thank A Real Community Copper Who Retires After 25 Years Service.

Francesca Lilleystone 0 Comments , , min read

Havering came together yesterday to honour one of its most respected officers as Sergeant Abdul Basit retired after 25 years of dedicated service. Tributes poured in from senior officers, civic leaders and local residents, all united in gratitude for a man widely described as “a pillar of the community.”

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Elm Park Havering In Your Area News Police 

Special Elm Park Meeting To Take Place As Police, MP And Councillors Join Forces To Tackle Shoplifting.

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Retailers across Elm Park are being urged to attend a special crime prevention meeting on Monday 12 January at 10am, as police, councillors and the local MP come together to confront the growing problem of shoplifting and threats against staff.

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Havering London News News Police 

“Why Saying ‘Police Can’t Be Bothered’ is Complete Nonsense.

Francesca Lilleystone 1 Comment , , min read

Police officers are one of the most scrutinised professions in the country. They’re not sitting around refusing to help when someone calls for assistance. The vast majority join the service because they want to make a difference in their communities. Responding to calls for help is exactly why they’re there.

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Havering London News News Police 

London Police Bravery: Remembering Their Heroic Acts in 2025.

Francesca Lilleystone 0 Comments , , min read

As 2025 draws to a close, it is the perfect moment to recognise the extraordinary courage of our police officers across London. Praise for police officers is a rarity, and far too often the heroic work they do goes unnoticed. Poor communication from police forces compounds this, with very little said publicly about the life-saving, courageous acts carried out every single day. In a world where headlines often focus on controversy, the bravery and selflessness of these men and women is too easily overlooked.

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