Bedlington prepare for first ever online meeting

People living in the Bedlington, Guidepost, Choppington, Stakeford and West Sleekburn areas of South East Northumberland are invited to an on-line meeting with police.

Members of the public can join officers from the local neighbourhood policing team in a virtual gathering on Wednesday, August 17 between 7pm and 9pm.

Bedlington Neighbourhood Sergeant Dave Morrison will host the on-line PACT (Partners and Communities Together) meeting - a first for residents in this part of Northumberland.

The session gives residents the opportunity to post any questions they have about crime and disorder in the area and a response will be provided almost immediately.

Those who log on can also raise any concerns about their area direct to officers from their own home.

Sergeant Morrison said: "I really would urge all members of the community in Bedlington to log on and get involved with the on-line meeting.

"I realise that in these modern times people lead busy lives and may not have the time to attend a meeting in person and that's why these on-line meetings are so accessible. They allow the community to raise their issues from the comfort of their own home.

"I would like to see a wide variety of people getting involved - young people, parents, the elderly and other community groups.

"Taking part in the meeting couldn't be simpler, just log on to the Northumbria Police website and follow the links. I'll respond to every question posted, if you'd prefer your question not to be posted on the public site - just let me know and I'll send you a personal message.

To take is simple - go to www.northumbria.police.uk/on-line and click on the Bedlington on-line meeting link - you can ask questions, raise any concerns or share your points with police and other members of the public who log on. People wanting to participate can also set an email reminder.

Members of the public can also follow what police in Northumberland are doing via Facebook and Twitter.

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