Our Champions project is funded by the Lancashire Violence Reduction Network (LVRN). The LVRN are a team of specialists from health, education, police, youth offending and local government who work together to share best practices and connect services to tackle violence crime and its underlying causes.
The Champions project takes a partnership approach to bringing about positive change within local communities within the Fylde Borough.
Our Champions mentors have a deep understanding of the local community and operate with a trauma informed approach when working with people aged 10-25 years old. The project as part of the LVRN to help reduce offending and keep the streets safe.
Lancashire Police have released the following press announcement:
From Tuesday 24 September 2024 it will be illegal to own certain styles of ‘zombie’ knives and machetes. Ahead of the law change, Lancashire is taking part in a surrender and compensation scheme for people who own these type of knives.
Running from 26 August to 23 September 2024, this Home Office-backed initiative is designed to enhance public safety by removing these dangerous weapons from our communities.
The scheme allows individuals to surrender zombie-style knives and machetes at designated police stations across Lancashire. In addition to helping make our streets safer, those who hand in eligible items may also be able to claim compensation, with a standard amount of £10 per item.
Chief Inspector Dave Oldfield, Operational Lead for the Lancashire VRN, emphasised the importance of this initiative: "This surrender scheme is a critical step in our ongoing efforts to reduce violence and keep our communities safe.
By encouraging people to hand in these soon-tobe-prohibited weapons, we're working to prevent potential harm before it can occur.
I urge anyone in possession of a zombie-style knife or machete to take this opportunity to surrender it safely and responsibly.
Your actions could make a real difference. "The Lancashire VRN has made a range of resources available to support this campaign, including social media assets and posters, which are being shared with local partners.
Organisations and community groups are encouraged to use and distribute these materials to help amplify the message. For more information about the scheme, including how to surrender weapons and claim compensation, please visit the official government website, www.gov.uk/government/publications/compensation-scheme-for-zombie-knives-and-machetes.
Fylde's local drop off points are the following:
Blackpool Police Station, Gerry Richardson Way off Clifton Street, Blackpool, FY4 4US
Preston Police Station, Lancaster Road, North Preston, PR1 2SA
Leyland Police Station, Lancaster Gate, Leyland, PR25 2EX
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