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Crimebeat funding available in Devon

Applications are now open for groups and organisations across Devon to apply for cash grants of up to £3,000.

The Proceeds of Crime Act enables communities the opportunity to promote crime prevention and have a positive impact on vulnerable young people.

This funding comes from money recovered from criminal activity. Chief Superintendent Paul Davies, said: “I’m delighted to be...

Crimebeat grants available for Devon groups

Applications are now open for groups in Devon to apply for grants of up to £3000.

Grassroots Grants up to £500, Connection Grants up to £1000 and Action Grants up to £3000 are available for projects that can prove they will have a positive impact on vulnerable young people and will help cut crime, especially anti social behaviour, substance abuse or school absenteeism.

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Dementia singers release emotional single

Alzheimer’s Society’s Singing for the Brain groups have launched a bid for chart success with an emotional song that aims to highlight what is still possible after being diagnosed with the condition, and to raise funds for research and support.

Never Will Forget (John’s Song) was penned by songwriter and radio presenter, Ian Calvert. Ian was inspired to write the song and raise funds...

Police record attacks on alternative groups as hate crime

Greater Manchester Police (GMP) have announced that they will officially record attacks on members of 'alternative sub-culture' groups as a hate crime.

It is the first time in the UK that offences against these groups will have been recognised with this distinction. Until now, only offences against race, religion, disability, sexual orientation or transgender identity have been...