Gritting Update, Operation Nexus, Fraud Awareness & More

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Operation Nexus deployment planned for Harworth

A new policing initiative focused on tackling the issues that matter most to local communities is being launched across the policing areas of Nottinghamshire County.

Operation Nexus will see Nottinghamshire Police deploy enhanced resources into areas experiencing increased crime, anti-social behaviour, or other concerns identified through crime data, local intelligence and feedback from residents.

Unlike a traditional policing operation focused on a single location, Operation Nexus will move across the county, targeting neighbourhoods where additional support is needed most.

By concentrating resources in specific areas, the initiative aims to address local concerns, reduce crime and improve public confidence.

The operation is built around a Clear, Hold, Build approach. This means taking decisive action to address the immediate issue, maintaining a visible presence to prevent problems returning, and supporting longer-term improvements that help communities thrive.

The approach has already been trialled in Sutton-in-Ashfield, with lessons learned helping to shape the wider county launch. The next deployment is planned for Harworth, where activity will focus on addressing an increase in vehicle crime and responding to concerns raised by the local community.

Superintendent Chris Sutcliffe, County Commander for Nottinghamshire Police, said:

"Operation Nexus is about focusing our efforts on the issues that matter most to local people."

"We know that what matters in one community may be different in another. In some areas it may be vehicle crime, in others it may be anti-social behaviour, drug-related activity or concerns about violence.

"Operation Nexus gives us the ability to direct additional resources into those areas and tackle the issues having the greatest impact on residents."

"This isn't a one-off operation and it isn't tied to a single location. It will move around the county, using crime data, local intelligence and community feedback to identify where we can make the biggest difference."

"Our neighbourhood policing teams know their communities best. Operation Nexus gives them access to additional support and specialist resources when they are needed, allowing us to respond quickly to emerging issues and deliver a highly visible policing presence."

"Most importantly, this is about listening to our communities. When residents tell us there is a problem, and our data and intelligence support that, we want to be in a position to act. Operation Nexus gives us another way of doing exactly that."

Residents are encouraged to continue reporting crime and anti-social behaviour and to engage with their local neighbourhood policing teams. Community information plays a vital role in helping the force understand local concerns and identify future Operation Nexus deployments.

Nottinghamshire Gritting Update

Nottinghamshire County Council teams go on full-time standby from this month.

To make sure that they fully prepared for when temperatures start to drop they have:

31 gritters ready for winterOur fleet of 31 gritting vehicles, plus an additional towable gritter for severe weather, is ready to keep Nottinghamshire moving.

Protecting 1,881km of roadsAround 35% of Nottinghamshire's road network is treated proactively, exceeding national recommendations for winter maintenance coverage.

17,500 tonnes of salt stockedWith salt stores fully replenished, approximately 17,500 tonnes are available across our depots for the winter season.

Four strategic winter depotsOperations are coordinated from four key locations: Gamston, Markham Moor, Bilsthorpe and Newark, ensuring county-wide coverage.

NFRS Charity Walk

This year, Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service have decided to give the buckets and sponges a rest and swap their usual charity car wash for something slightly more ambitious… a 50km (32-mile) sponsored walk from Worksop Fire Station back to Collingham Fire Station!

They're taking on this challenge to raise money for two fantastic charities that mean a great deal to the fire service and the wider community: The Fire Fighters Charity and Cancer Research UK.Every donation counts and if you can do so, please click the link to make a donation towards Fire Fighters Charity and Cancer Research UK https://gvwhl.com/UNSMG

Some Information on Fraud and how to Prevent it

Fraud is when a person lies to you, or ‘scams’ you, to gain an advantage, such as taking your money or learning private information about you.

This could be via email, text, phone or in person, either on the street or on your doorstep.

Some adults may be especially vulnerable to fraud and financial abuse. If you’re concerned about someone you know, contact your local social services and ask for Adult Social Care.

With a little knowledge you can protect yourself from fraudsters too:Learn the ten golden rules to prevent fraud (see below).

Remember these ten golden rules to help you prevent fraud and beat the scammers.

Be suspicious of all ‘too good to be true’ offers and deals. There are no guaranteed get-rich-quick schemes.

Don’t agree to offers or deals immediately. Insist on time to get independent or legal advice before making a decision.

Don’t hand over money or sign anything until you’ve checked someone’s credentials and their company’s.

Never send money to anyone you don’t know or trust, whether in the UK or abroad, or use methods of payment you’re not comfortable with.

Never give banking or personal details to anyone you don’t know or trust. This information is valuable so make sure you protect it.

Always log on to a website directly rather than clicking on links in an email.

Don’t just rely on glowing testimonials. Find solid, independent evidence of a company’s success.

Always get independent or legal advice if an offer involves money, time or commitment.

If you spot a scam or have been scammed, report it and get help.

Don’t be embarrassed about reporting a scam. Because the scammers are cunning and clever there’s no shame in being deceived. By reporting it, you'll make it more difficult for them to deceive others.

If you think you’ve uncovered a scam, been targeted by a scam or fallen victim to fraudsters, contact Action Fraud on 0300 123 2040 or at https://www.reportfraud.police.uk/

Reporting crime, including fraud, is important. If you don’t tell the authorities, how do they know it’s happened and how can they do anything about it?

Remember that if you’re a victim of a scam or an attempted scam, however minor, there may be hundreds or thousands of others in a similar position. Your information may form part of one big jigsaw and be vital to completing the picture.

Content courtesy of Lincolnshire Police

Linc & Notts Air Ambulance Take on 'Beat the Bleep' Fundraising Challenge

The beep test, or bleep test, forms the Job-Related Fitness Test (JRFT) and is the official aerobic fitness assessment for police recruitment in the UK.

For potential applicants, the fitness test is one of the first practical hurdles they will face during the police constable recruitment process.

Lincolnshire Police’s Learning & Development (L&D) team are taking on a 24-hour bleep test challenge to raise money for the Lincs & Notts Air Ambulance (LNAA).

L&D, the team who are responsible for training new police recruits, will be leading the unique challenge on Wednesday 25 November to help raise money for a second air ambulance helicopter, enabling the charity to reach more patients and save more lives.

The team also aims to increase awareness of the fitness test to give potential applicants a better understanding of what’s involved while demonstrating how realistic and achievable the required fitness standard is.

The beep test, or bleep test, forms the Job-Related Fitness Test (JRFT) and is the official aerobic fitness assessment for police recruitment in the UK. For potential applicants, the fitness test is one of the first practical hurdles they will face during the police constable recruitment process.

The test, which takes three minutes and 35 seconds to complete, involves running up and down a 15-metre track timed against a series of audio beeps.Participants must “beat the bleep” and complete the shuttle before they hear the sound.

At the end of each level, the time between beeps gets shorter, so participants must run faster.

The standard requirement for the role of a police constable is 5.4, but some operational policing roles require a higher level of fitness.

Public Order trained officers are required to reach level 6.3, whilst Specialist Firearms Officers (SFOs) face the highest standard at level 10.5.

Operational Trainer Rachel Smith said:

“The aim isn’t to see who can run the furthest or the fastest, but it’s about showing that the fitness standard required to join policing is achievable while raising funds for a charity we work very closely with! This event is a real team effort and is only achievable because the whole department is on board.”

Operational Trainer Mark Adams added:

“As trainers, we deliver the Job-Related Fitness Test to candidates and officers throughout the year. This challenge gives us a great opportunity to lead by example, showing that the standard is attainable while supporting an incredibly deserving charity.

“The Lincs & Notts Air Ambulance provides a vital life-saving service across our communities and regularly works alongside emergency services at some of the most challenging incidents we attend. We are proud to be raising both funds and awareness to support the outstanding work they do every day."

Georgia Watson, Events Manager at LNAA said:

“We are thrilled that Lincolnshire Police have chosen to support Lincs & Notts Air Ambulance through their incredible 24-hour bleep test challenge. Our teams regularly work alongside one another at emergency incidents across the region, and this fantastic fundraising effort is a wonderful reflection of the close collaboration between our emergency services. We are incredibly grateful for their support.”

If you’d like to make a donation, you can visit the JustGiving page https://www.justgiving.com/page/24-hour-bleep-test-challenge

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