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Tackling Knife Crime and Gang Violence 2024

A Zero Tolerance Approach

Online Conference 16 May 2024, 9:00am - 3:00pm

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9:00am
Registration
9:30am
Chair’s Welcome Address
Peter Squires, Professor [Emeritus] Criminology and Public Policy, University of Brighton
9:40am
National Efforts to Tackling Knife Crime and Gang Violence
  • Explore the latest crime statistics and trends in knife crime and gang violence
  • Understand the implications of the Criminal Justice Bill and the new police powers that aim to tackle crime, antisocial behaviour, theft and drugs
  • Explore further governmental plans and their implications for preventing knife crime and violence
Commander Stephen Clayman, National Police Chiefs’ Council Knife Crime Lead
10:00am
Tackling Knife Crime and Violence in London
  • Explore collaborative approaches to tackling knife crime in Greater London
  • Discuss best practice prevention and education programmes
  • Understand the impact of meaningful young people, family and community participation and engagement in tackling violence
Karina Wane-Henry, Director of Strategy and Operations, London’s Violence Reduction Unit, and CJ Burge, Senior Manager (Education & Parenting), London's Violence Reduction Unit
10:20am
Working in Partnership to Secure Long-Term Solutions to Crime in North Wales
  • Understand the role of the Police and Crime Commissioners 
  • Explore how PCC's  work with their police forces to ensure that tackling knife crime and gang violence is included within the plan
Andy Dunbobbin, Police and Crime Commissioner for North Wales
10:40am
Questions and Answers Panel
  • Speakers from the previous session will join for an audience Q&A
11:00am
Break and Networking
11:30am
Government Update: Improving National Efforts to Tackle Knife Crime and Gang Violence
  • Explore the Criminal Justice Bill and plans for strengthened police powers and funding to tackle violence and criminal activity
  • Questions and answers
Rt Hon Chris Philp MP, Minister of State for Crime, Policing and Fire, Home Office
11:45am
Early Intervention and Education Programmes to Tackle Crime and Gang Violence
  • Showcase a range of prevention and education programmes designed to deter young people from engaging in crime and violence
  • Discuss the effectiveness of these programmes in addressing the root causes of knife crime and fostering a safer community
Jimmy Paul, Head of Scottish Violence Reduction Unit, Police Scotland
12:05pm
Safeguarding Communities: Hammersmith and Fulham Councils Approach to Combatting Crime and Antisocial Behaviour
  • Understand the importance of community engagement and collaboration
  • Explore how the council works hand-in-hand with the community to identify and tackle issues, promoting a sense of ownership and empowerment among residents in making their neighbourhoods safer
  • Delve into the multifaceted strategies employed by the Hammersmith and Fulham’s Law Enforcement Team
  • Discuss the council's proactive measures aimed at prevention and education
Councillor Stephen Cowan, Council Leader, London Borough of Hammersmith & Fulham
12:25pm
Trauma-Informed Approaches in Tackling Knife Crime and Gang Violence
  • Discuss the significance of trauma-informed approaches in preventing violence among young people
  • Share insights on integrating trauma-informed practices into educational curriculums and school policies
  • Examine the role of community networks, such as the Lancashire Violence Reduction Network, in addressing knife crime and gang violence
  • Discuss strategies for fostering collaboration between educational institutions, local authorities, law enforcement, and community organisations
  • Discuss the importance of early intervention and support services in building resilience and addressing underlying factors contributing to violence
Siobhan Collingwood, Education Lead, Lancashire Violence Reduction Network
12:45pm
Questions and Answers Panel
  • Speakers from the previous session will join for an audience Q&A
1:00pm
Lunch and Networking
1:50pm
A Public Health Approach to Tackling Knife Crime and Gang Violence in West Yorkshire
  • Discuss the innovative strategies employed by the West Yorkshire Violence Reduction Partnership (VRP) in addressing serious violent crime through a public health approach
  • Highlight the importance of collaboration across various sectors and the impact of this approach on reducing knife crime and gang violence
  • Recognise the importance of community involvement in violence reduction efforts
  • Questions and answers
Lee Berry, Chief Superintendent - Director, West Yorkshire Violence Reduction Partnership West Yorkshire Combined Authority, and Leeds City Region Enterprise Partnership (The LEP) and Chloe Catney, Head of Research, Evaluation and Analysis
2:15pm
Tackling Knife Crime Through Education
  • Explore the importance of collaborative efforts in tackling knife crime and the role of schools, parents, and communities in recognising early warning signs and promoting positive choices
  • Delve into the Trust's innovative early intervention methods, utilising immersive exhibitions and workshops to educate young people about the dangers of knife crime
  • Discuss how these initiatives complement the school curriculum and empower students to take a stand against violence within their peer groups.
  • Share stories from local families affected by knife crime
  • Questions and answers
Patrick Green, CEO, The Ben Kinsella Trust
2:40pm
Chair’s Closing Summary
Peter Squires, Professor [Emeritus] Criminology and Public Policy, University of Brighton
2:45pm
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