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Photo opportunity: On Wednesday 10th December, Tony Kershaw, Chairman of Leicestershire County Council, is launching a new project to help tackle anti-social behaviour at County Hall, Glenfield, at 12.30pm. The IMPACT project involves street-based workers meeting with young people aged 10-18 to stop rowdy behaviour, drinking and vandalism.
In April 2008 the project was given additional funding in order to expand to work in more areas across Leicestershire. Over the last 6 months the project has worked in over 20 towns and villages in Leicestershire, including Melton Mowbray, Loughborough, Broughton Astley and Hinckley. IMPACT Workers have worked with young people on the consequences of offending and anti-social behaviour as well as drug and alcohol use.
Initial findings show that in most areas where the IMPACT team has worked, there has been a significant reduction in incidents and calls from the public about anti-social behaviour by young people.
Jane Melville, Prevention Manager for Leicestershire Youth Offending Service said: "The project is about getting young people to think more carefully about their behaviour and the impact that it has on the communities in which they live. The workers are out on Friday and Saturday nights – whenever the issues are, to meet with young people where problems are arising.”
Byron Rhodes, County Council Cabinet Member for Community Safety, said: "Leicestershire County Council is committed to tackling anti-social behaviour in our communities and is working to support young people and to take action to keep them out of trouble. The IMPACT Project provides us with the opportunity to do this.”
The launch event on 10th December seeks to share information about the project with our partners and celebrate some of the early successes of the project.
For more information about the IMPACT Project and how we are tackling anti-social behaviour in Leicestershire email youthoffendingservice@leics.gov.uk
Latest News
Keep your home secure and enjoy the summer | |
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![]() | Keep your home secure and enjoy the summerSummer burglary campaign adviceAs the weather warms up Leicestershire Police is reminding residents to secure their windows and doors every time they leave their homes. The force is launching a summer campaign to help prevent an increase in burglaries across Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland.... 25 May 2012 Keep your home secure and enjoy the summer |
Jewellery stolen in robbery on Launde Road | |
![]() | Jewellery stolen in robbery on Launde RoadOfficers are appealing for witnesses following a robbery on Launde Road, Oadby. The incident took place on Tuesday, May 8 at around 3pm.... 25 May 2012 Jewellery stolen in robbery on Launde Road |
'Protect your gold leaflets issued in Leicester | |
![]() | 'Protect your gold leaflets issued in LeicesterAdvice leaflet issuedAdvice leaflets will be distributed in Leicester this weekend urging residents to protect your gold. The leaflets - which contain crime prevention tips and urge residents to report any suspicious activity - are being pushed through letterboxes and handed out in places of worship and community centres to raise awareness of a recent rise in burglaries in which Asian gold jewellery has been targeted.... 25 May 2012 'Protect your gold leaflets issued in Leicester |
New technology boosts independence | |
![]() | Adults & Communities24 May 2012New technology boosts independenceCutting edge technology provided by the county council is helping people to stay in their own homes, giving peace of mind to their relatives. Maisie Walker from Shepshed is enjoying her freedom again, despite epilepsy, thanks to Leicestershire County Council.... 24 May 2012 New technology boosts independence |
Businesses to benefit from successful transport bid | |
![]() | Environment & Transport24 May 2012Businesses to benefit from successful transport bid Leicestershire County Council has today learned it has been successful in a bid for 4m to boost sustainable transport. The Government cash will benefit businesses and residents, primarily in and around Loughborough and Coalville, by funding schemes designed to alleviate congestion, boost the local economy and reduce carbon.... 24 May 2012 Businesses to benefit from successful transport bid |
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New project to tackle anti-social behaviour launched | |
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![]() | Chief Executive's 9 December 2008 New project to tackle anti-social behaviour launched Photo opportunity: On Wednesday 10th December, Tony Kershaw, Chairman of Leicestershire County Council, is launching a new project to help tackle anti-social behaviour at County Hall, Glenfield, at 12. 30pm.... 01 Jan 2009 New project to tackle anti-social behaviour launched |
Wheelie good way to tackle anti-social behaviour | |
![]() | Chief Executive's19 October 2011Wheelie good way to tackle anti-social behaviourStreet-based workers from Leicestershire Youth Offending Service (YOS) are to receive bicycles to help them with their work to tackle anti-social behaviour. County Council IMPACT workers who cover the South Wigston area will use the two bikes to help them provide an immediate response to incidents and cover a wider area.... 19 Oct 2011 Wheelie good way to tackle anti-social behaviour |
Specialist team to make an impact in Rutland | |
![]() | Chief Executive's3 December 2010Specialist team to make an impact in RutlandA group of specialist support youth workers from Leicestershire's Youth Offending Service who have been reducing nuisance behaviour in the county will be deployed in Ketton village in Rutland this month in a bid to tackle anti-social behaviour. There has been a number of reports of incidents in Ketton involving youths drinking alcohol, increased evidence of litter and general nusiance behaviour which is leaving local residents feeling unsafe.... 03 Dec 2010 Specialist team to make an impact in Rutland |
Young people's event makes 'impact' in Lutterworth | |
![]() | Chief Executive's 14 May 2009 Young people's event makes 'impact' in Lutterworth A double decker bus full of activities for young people is visiting Lutterworth this weekend. The event, organised by the County Council's IMPACT Team and Youth Service, is designed to encourage teenagers to find alternative types of entertainment and to take part in organised activities.... 15 May 2009 Young people's event makes 'impact' in Lutterworth |
Tournament aims to give anti-social behaviour the boot | |
![]() | Chief Executive's28 October 2011Tournament aims to give anti-social behaviour the bootA football tournament involving young people will take place on October 31 in a bid to give Halloween related anti-social behaviour the boot. More than 50 young people from around Leicestershire will take part in the event at County Hall which will also be attended by Leicester City legend Steve Walsh, who will hand out trophies to the winners, as well as the council chairman, Jackie Dickinson.... 28 Oct 2011 Tournament aims to give anti-social behaviour the boot |
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Police launch teenage 'Young Detective' scheme | |
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![]() | The police in Loughborough have designed an eye catching resource pack aimed at teaching teenagers about the consequences of underage drinking, anti-social behaviour and criminal damage.... 06 Jun 2008 Police launch teenage 'Young Detective' scheme |
Officers get on the buses to tackle anti-social behaviour | |
![]() | Officers in Harborough are getting on the buses to take action against anti-social behaviour in Broughton Astley.... 19 Jun 2008 Officers get on the buses to tackle anti-social behaviour |
Rutland residents say 'not in my neighbourhood.' | |
![]() | The police in Rutland are holding two crime prevention road shows this week as part of the Government's 'Not In My Neighbourhood Week' campaign.... 14 Oct 2008 Rutland residents say 'not in my neighbourhood.' |
Safe and secure advice booklet available across Charnwood | |
![]() | Advice on how to tackle anti-social behaviour is now available in a booklet called 'Safe and Secure' which has been produced by the Charnwood Community Safety Partnership, which includes the police.... 15 Oct 2008 Safe and secure advice booklet available across Charnwood |
What to Do When Youre Confronted by Anti-Social Behaviour | |
![]() | What to Do When You re Confronted by Anti-Social Behaviour Advice on how to tackle anti-social behaviour is now available ... ... 01 Nov 2008 What to Do When Youre Confronted by Anti-Social Behaviour |
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Leicester men guilty of smuggling 36m of cannabis | |
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![]() | Leicester men guilty of smuggling 36m of cannabis Anjam Nazir, Mohinder Singh, Baljinder Singh Three men from Leicester have pleaded guilty to their part in one of the country s biggest Cannabis smuggling operations. Leicestershire Constabulary is now able to provide details about the 36m drugs investigation following the conclusion of the trial at Winchester Crown Court today (Tuesday June 2).... 02 Jun 2009 Leicester men guilty of smuggling 36m of cannabis |
Second collision on M1 northbound | |
![]() | Leicestershire Constabulary are investigating a second fatal collision on the M1 northbound. The first collision happened at around 8.... 12 Nov 2008 Second collision on M1 northbound |
Man found guilty of assault and rape of woman in Loughborough | |
![]() | Man found guilty of assault and rape of woman in LoughboroughPaulius TroninasA 19-year-old man has today (Friday January 7, 2011) been found guilty of the assault and rape of a woman in Loughborough. Paulius Troninas, 19, of Paget Street, Loughborough was found guilty of rape and section 18 grievous bodily harm following a trial at Nottingham Crown Court.... 07 Jan 2011 Man found guilty of assault and rape of woman in Loughborough |
Police confirm death of woman in Shepshed is non-suspicious | |
![]() | Police confirm death of woman in Shepshed is non-suspiciousOfficers investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a woman in Shepshed have confirmed that the death is not being treated as suspicious. The body was discovered in Butthole Lane at about 1pm on Wednesday January 5.... 06 Jan 2011 Police confirm death of woman in Shepshed is non-suspicious |
Cement mixer stolen from Hinckley | |
![]() | Cement mixer stolen from Hinckley Police are appealing for witnesses after a burglary at a building site in Hinckley. The incident happened at a building site at a premises on Baines Lane between 4.... 10 Mar 2009 Cement mixer stolen from Hinckley |
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Leicester men guilty of smuggling 36m of cannabis | |
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![]() | Leicester men guilty of smuggling 36m of cannabis Anjam Nazir, Mohinder Singh, Baljinder Singh Three men from Leicester have pleaded guilty to their part in one of the country s biggest Cannabis smuggling operations. Leicestershire Constabulary is now able to provide details about the 36m drugs investigation following the conclusion of the trial at Winchester Crown Court today (Tuesday June 2).... 02 Jun 2009 Leicester men guilty of smuggling 36m of cannabis |
Second collision on M1 northbound | |
![]() | Leicestershire Constabulary are investigating a second fatal collision on the M1 northbound. The first collision happened at around 8.... 12 Nov 2008 Second collision on M1 northbound |
Man found guilty of assault and rape of woman in Loughborough | |
![]() | Man found guilty of assault and rape of woman in LoughboroughPaulius TroninasA 19-year-old man has today (Friday January 7, 2011) been found guilty of the assault and rape of a woman in Loughborough. Paulius Troninas, 19, of Paget Street, Loughborough was found guilty of rape and section 18 grievous bodily harm following a trial at Nottingham Crown Court.... 07 Jan 2011 Man found guilty of assault and rape of woman in Loughborough |
Police confirm death of woman in Shepshed is non-suspicious | |
![]() | Police confirm death of woman in Shepshed is non-suspiciousOfficers investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a woman in Shepshed have confirmed that the death is not being treated as suspicious. The body was discovered in Butthole Lane at about 1pm on Wednesday January 5.... 06 Jan 2011 Police confirm death of woman in Shepshed is non-suspicious |
Cement mixer stolen from Hinckley | |
![]() | Cement mixer stolen from Hinckley Police are appealing for witnesses after a burglary at a building site in Hinckley. The incident happened at a building site at a premises on Baines Lane between 4.... 10 Mar 2009 Cement mixer stolen from Hinckley |
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House burgled in Sileby | |
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![]() | House burgled in Sileby Police are appealing for witnesses to come forward following the report of a burglary in St Marys Road, Sileby. The incident happened at about 5pm on Tuesday April 4, when the victim, a woman in her eighties, heard a noise inside her home.... 19 Apr 2011 House burgled in Sileby |
Five Leicester men sentenced after illegal immigration scam | |
![]() | Five Leicester men sentenced after illegal immigration scamTop L to R - Sandip Rana, Satish Ravat, Vishal Shah bottom L to R Bhavesh Patel and Jaswinder ChahalFive Leicester men have today (Thursday November 25) been sentenced for their part in an illegal immigration scam. Bhavesh Patel (27) of Columbine Road, Hamilton, Satish Ravat (28) of Arbour Road, Leicester, Sandip Singh Rana (29) of Moores Road, Leicester, Jaswinder Chahal (42) of Swithland Avenue, Leicester and Vishal Jitendra Shah (25) of Braemar Close, Leicester pleaded guilty at Leicester Crown Court at an earlier hearing to assisting unlawful immigration to a member state contrary to section 25 of the Immigration Act 1971.... 25 Nov 2010 Five Leicester men sentenced after illegal immigration scam |
Forensic Psychology | |
![]() | Volunteers are being sought to take part in a new study at the University of Leicester which will have important implications for forensic research. Participants are required to spend just 30 minutes undertaking memory tasks and questionnaires which will help to shed new light on the relationship between personality, the experience of life adversity, and eye-witness memory.... 23 May 2008 Forensic Psychology |
Multi agency forum test explosion exercise at Leicester Racecourse | |
![]() | Multi agency forum test explosion exercise at Leicester RacecourseMembers from Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland Local Resilience Forum (LRF) have today (Wednesday October 27, 2010) been involved in a pre-planned exercise to test how emergency services would cope with a major incident. At 10.... 27 Oct 2010 Multi agency forum test explosion exercise at Leicester Racecourse |
Fatal road traffic collision on Melton Road | |
![]() | Fatal road traffic collision on Melton Road Officers from the force s Serious Collision Investigation Unit are appealing for witnesses after a fatal road traffic collision on Melton Road. The collision occurred at around 7.... 08 Jun 2009 Fatal road traffic collision on Melton Road |








