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Demonstrators take to streets
It’s been a busy few weeks for the force, starting with policing a number of demonstrations in Newcastle city centre at the end of May.
The English Defence League and Unite Against Fascism held marches in the city followed by demonstrations.
Estimates suggest around 1,500 English Defence League and 1,000 Unite Against Fascism supporters took part. Although there were minor scuffles as would be expected with such large crowds, there were no arrests.
Police thanked the local community as well as those from other forces and organisations which helped in the lead up to and the event itself.
Stay safe on nights out
June also saw two campaigns getting underway.
The first is aimed at encouraging personal safety for people enjoying nights out.
Called "Keys, money, phone, plans to get home?" it started on the bank holiday weekend and will run again at key times throughout the year.
It urges people to think about their safety when planning a night out and targets revellers in nightlife hotspots across the force area.
The safety messages are mainly aimed at young women, men, students and visiting groups such as hen and stag parties.
Kicking Off during the World Cup
Northumbria has also teamed up with Durham and Cleveland Police to tackle domestic violence during the World Cup.
The "Kick Off" campaign is promoting helplines for victims and offenders. Hard-hitting posters showing helpline numbers will be put up in shops, community centres and doctor's surgeries throughout the tournament.
Leaflets, containing advice and contact numbers for victims and perpetrators, will be on display at businesses that sell alcohol.
In Northumbria the worst offenders are getting letters warning them against further trouble while extra officers specialising in domestic violence issues are on duty around the time of key games.
More information on both these campaigns is available on this website.
