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  • Statement on the anniversary of the murder of Fusilier Lee Rigby

    Published: Monday, 22nd May 2023

    The brutal murder of Fusilier Lee Rigby is a dark day in the history of our borough. As we approach the tenth anniversary, our thoughts are with his family.

  • Photograph of three people - two council officers who have won the enforcement award and the CEO of Keep Britain Tidy

    The Royal Borough of Greenwich wins top prize in enforcement at Keep Britain Tidy Awards 2023!

    Published: Monday, 6th March 2023

    The Royal Borough of Greenwich picked up one of the biggest prizes of the night at this year’s Keep Britain Tidy Awards.

  • Restaurant and shisha bar prosecuted for loud music

    Published: Friday, 19th August 2022

    A restaurant and shisha bar in Woolwich has been fined a total of £2,046.05 for late-night noise disturbances.  

  • Update on Blackheath Fair

    Published: Thursday, 14th April 2022

    The Council, together with the police and funfair organisers, have agreed that the Blackheath funfair can reopen this afternoon, Thursday 14 April, as long as additional safety measures are taken. 

  • Council condemns disturbance in Blackheath and appeals to parents

    Published: Wednesday, 13th April 2022

    The Royal Borough of Greenwich is appalled by the disturbance at the funfair in Blackheath yesterday afternoon which caused distress to people hoping to enjoy a fun day out for all the family.  

  • integrated enforcement officers

    Nine vehicles seized in Council raid on garage block in Abbey Wood

    Published: Friday, 25th March 2022

    Nine vehicles seized in Council raid on garage block in Abbey Wood.

  • New Council and Police initiative launched to increase on-the-ground and visible policing across Royal Greenwich  

    Published: Thursday, 24th March 2022

    A new Police and Council initiative is being piloted in the Royal Borough of Greenwich to keep residents safe by increasing police visibility.  

  • Refugees are welcome in Royal Greenwich!

    Our response to the conflict in Ukraine

    Published: Wednesday, 23rd March 2022

    Refugees are welcome in Royal Greenwich

  • Cllr Danny Thorpe and Night Czar Amy Amy Lamé travelling on the Thames Clipper

    After dark: Night Czar Amy Lamé visits the ‘lively and bustling’ night scene in Royal Greenwich   

    Published: Monday, 7th March 2022

    London’s Night Czar Amy Lamé paid a visit to Royal Greenwich on Thursday 3 March to find out more about the well-established and growing night-time scene in the borough.   

  • Refugees from Ukraine are welcome in Royal Greenwich

    The Royal Borough of Greenwich stands in solidarity with the people of Ukraine

    Published: Friday, 25th February 2022

    Refugees are welcome in Royal Greenwich

  • Site of stolen bench in Kidbrooke

    “Disgusting” thieves steal COVID-19 memorial bench in Kidbrooke

    Published: Tuesday, 15th February 2022

    The Royal Borough of Greenwich is appalled by disgusting thieves who have stolen the new COVID-19 memorial bench in King George’s Field, outside Greenwich Cemetery, late last night.

  • New Hair London shop exterior

    Woolwich business fined for selling illegal and dangerous cosmetics to customers

    Published: Friday, 21st January 2022

    The owner of New Hair London has been fined for selling illicit and dangerous cosmetics following a Council investigation.

  • Statement on reports of sexual assaults in Royal Greenwich

    Published: Tuesday, 18th January 2022

    The Metropolitan Police is investigating two reports of sexual assaults which took place in Royal Greenwich last week.  

  • French bulldog puppies in cage

    Prosecution over Plumstead puppies

    Published: Thursday, 30th September 2021

    In September of last year, an investigation began into an address on Bournewood Road following a complaint of puppies being sold illegally.

  • 'The government is completely failing Afghan refugees’: The Royal Borough of Greenwich calls for leadership amid national refugee scandal   

    Published: Thursday, 9th September 2021

    The Royal Borough of Greenwich has criticised the UK government for their lack of leadership and support for Afghan refugees, as hundreds face uncertainty as their quarantine period comes to an end.

  • Illegal cigarettes stashed behind a wall in a shop storeroom in Woolwich

    Illegally smuggled cigarettes found stashed behind shop wall

    Published: Wednesday, 25th August 2021

    A man has been prosecuted after council officers seized 126 packets of illegal tobacco products, believed to have been smuggled into the country from Lithuania and Russia.

  • Call Crimestoppers anon line 0800 555 111

    The Royal Borough of Greenwich and partners committed to tackling serious violence

    Published: Friday, 9th July 2021

    The Royal Borough of Greenwich, the Metropolitan Police, and the wider Safer Greenwich Partnership, are working together to tackle serious youth violence.

  • Tragic murder of a teenager in Woolwich

    Published: Tuesday, 6th July 2021

    The Royal Borough of Greenwich is deeply shocked and saddened to hear of stabbing and subsequent death of a 15-year-old boy in Woolwich yesterday (Monday 5 July).

  • CCTV footage of flytipper

    Royal Borough of Greenwich seizes vehicle of serial fly-tipper

    Published: Wednesday, 16th June 2021

    Following a rigorous investigation, the Royal Borough of Greenwich has prosecuted a repeat fly-tipping offender.

  • The Royal Borough of Greenwich condemns violence against women

    Published: Tuesday, 16th March 2021

    The Royal Borough of Greenwich stands in solidarity with the survivors of male violence and we're committed to making sure that our community is a safe place for all women.  

  • Statement on women's safety in the Royal Borough of Greenwich

    Published: Friday, 12th March 2021

    "The suspected murder of Sarah Everard, alongside the horrific experiences of countless women and non-binary people of violence and abuse at the hands of men, has triggered immense pain and sadness.

  • Stay safe as COVID-19 restrictions change

    Published: Friday, 26th February 2021

    With the end of lockdown now in sight, it’s more important than ever to follow the COVID-19 guidelines, maintain social distancing and observe hands–face–space. 

  • Council issues fine to club in breach of the lockdown rules

    Published: Wednesday, 18th November 2020

    A club in Woolwich has been fined £3,000 and runs the risk of losing its licence after council officers and the police identified the venue operating in breach of lockdown restrictions.

  • Don't take away a £1,000 fine

    Published: Thursday, 1st October 2020

    This weekend, we will be visiting businesses across Royal Greenwich to ensure they are complying with the law that requires them to close at 10pm.

  • Have your say on our Licensing Policy

    Published: Monday, 20th July 2020

    We’re updating our policy which sets out how we regulate businesses that sell or supply alcohol, provide entertainment or late-night refreshments in the borough and we want you to have your say.

  • Rogue landlords fined a combined total of £40,000

    Published: Wednesday, 1st July 2020

    Four landlords in Royal Greenwich have each been fined £10,000 for letting out an unlicensed house in multiple occupation (HMO).

  • Beware of scammers

    Published: Monday, 29th June 2020

    We’re urging residents and local businesses to beware of scammers who want to cheat people out of their hard-earned money. 

  • Keeping our climate change response on track

    Published: Friday, 29th May 2020

    Despite some of the environmental benefits we’ve seen as a result of the lockdown, we know this isn't the long-term answer to addressing the climate emergency. But maybe we can take something from it.

  • Specialist police officers and Council officers pictured in Woolwich Town Hall

    The lockdown has not stopped the fight against crime in Royal Greenwich

    Published: Tuesday, 5th May 2020

    Working together, the police and our enforcement officers carried out an operation on Friday 1 May, which resulted in 18 arrests and a number of weapon seizures in Royal Greenwich.

  • Barber shop in Plumstead

    Business closure notice served to barbers open during the pandemic

    Published: Friday, 17th April 2020

    In line with government restrictions during the pandemic, we have taken enforcement action to close a barber shop in Plumstead. 

  • Greenwich foot tunnel

    Greenwich Foot Tunnel restrictions and Easter Closure

    Published: Thursday, 9th April 2020

    Greenwich Foot Tunnel will be closed over the Easter bank holiday weekend - from 10pm on Thursday 9 April until 10pm on Monday 13 April.

  • Safer Spaces team with Cllr Smith Cabinet Member for Children's Services and Community Safety

    New enforcement service issues 150 fines within two days of launching

    Published: Monday, 9th March 2020

    We’ve officially launched our new Safer Spaces service which aims to tackle enviro-crime and anti-social behaviour in the borough, and they’ve already issued 150 fines within two days of launching.

  • Statement on Anti Semitic graffiti

    Published: Sunday, 26th January 2020

    Cllr Danny Thorpe, Leader of the Royal Borough of Greenwich, said: 

  • Items like full length mirrors, large animal sculptures and superhero figurines on display outside the Mirror Shop on Woolwich Road

    Mirror Shop owner prosecuted for obstructing the highway in East Greenwich

    Published: Monday, 13th January 2020

    The owner of the Mirror Shop on Woolwich Road has been prosecuted for obstructing the highway with his merchandise.

  • Rounding up the fraudsters

    Published: Monday, 30th December 2019

    We recently prosecuted three scammers in a triple case bust.

  • 'Tis the season to be jolly... and stay safe!

    Published: Wednesday, 18th December 2019

    The festive season can be a prime time for burglaries, so we're reminding residents to protect their homes from burglary during the Christmas period.

  • Closure order for ‘cuckooed’ property in Plumstead

    Published: Thursday, 12th December 2019

    We have won a closure order for a property in Plumstead, to tackle the persistent anti-social behaviour and criminal activity taking place there.

  • Statement on the London Bridge attack

    Published: Saturday, 30th November 2019

    Our thoughts are with the two victims, their loved ones and anyone who has been affected by the London Bridge attack.

  • Blue badge fraudster prosecuted and must pay £1,500

    Published: Wednesday, 27th November 2019

    We've successfully prosecuted yet another blue badge fraudster.

  • Fireworks display of yellow and white bright light against the dark night's sky.

    Remember, remember… to stay safe on bonfire night!

    Published: Thursday, 31st October 2019

    Bonfire night is fast approaching, so we'll start to see the sky get lit up with brilliant bursts of light.

  • Vehicle seizure notice - WN05 SE0

    Published: Wednesday, 16th October 2019

    A Mercedes Sprinter Flatbed, WN05 SE0, was seized at 7.25am on 3 October 2019 at Waverley Road, SE18.

  • No place for hate

    Published: Monday, 14th October 2019

    As the country unites to say no to hate crime this week, we are celebrating the rich diversity in Royal Greenwich and sending a reminder that hate crime will not be tolerated.

  • 900 bottles of illegal Smirnoff vodka seized in Greenwich.

    Illegal Smirnoff vodka seized in Greenwich

    Published: Wednesday, 9th October 2019

    We have seized 900 bottles of illegal alcohol from a storage facility in Greenwich.

  • Image of a hand holding alcohol bottle with a red crossed out circle in front of it.

    Alcohol ban in Woolwich town centre has been renewed

    Published: Friday, 12th July 2019

    We can continue to address street drinking and anti-social behaviour in Woolwich town centre, with the renewal of our alcohol ban.

  • Stamping out illegal tobacco in Royal Greenwich

    Published: Monday, 1st July 2019

    We're highlighting how criminals are reaping in over £100 million a year from London’s trade in illegal tobacco, and undermining efforts to support smokers to quit, as part of Stamp It Out London.

  • Eltham Townwatch logo, Eltham Townwatch is written in white letters against a blue background.

    New app launches in Eltham to help tackle crime and anti-social behaviour

    Published: Tuesday, 25th June 2019

    We have launched a new app for local businesses, community groups and partners, to help make Eltham town centre safer and more welcoming.

  • Hefty fine for retailers prosecuted for underage knife sales

    Published: Friday, 14th June 2019

    Two stores that sold knives to youngsters have been prosecuted and ordered to pay a hefty fine to the Royal Borough of Greenwich.

  • Yellow ice cream van with ice cream cone emblem.

    A serving of double scoops for ice cream van traders

    Published: Wednesday, 12th June 2019

    Working with the Metropolitan police, we carried out Operation Double Scoop to target ice cream vans illegally operating within prohibited areas in Greenwich on Saturday 8 June.

  • We're helping to get people off the streets

    Published: Wednesday, 29th May 2019

    We’re helping to get people off the streets with our Street Pop Project in Woolwich.

  • Picture of For Fishes Sake Poster Cube beside o2 Arena.

    For fishes sake - take your litter home!

    Published: Thursday, 9th May 2019

    Royal Borough of Greenwich has teamed up with environmental charity Hubbub to bring their “For Fish’s Sake” cube to Royal Greenwich.

  • Play Streets launch at City Hall

    Residents urged to swap cars for spacehoppers on World Car Free Day

    Published: Friday, 3rd May 2019

    Representatives from 16 London boroughs including Greenwich signed up to a pledge committing them to supporting as many play streets in their boroughs as they can to mark World Car Free Day.

  • Private landowner prosecuted for turning his land into a tip

    Published: Tuesday, 30th April 2019

    We've prosecuted a private landowner for neglecting his land.

  • Eltham resident prosecuted for disturbing her neighbours

    Published: Monday, 29th April 2019

    We've prosecuted an Eltham resident for repeatedly playing loud music in the late hours.

  • 18 abandoned vehicles seized stored in a storage unit.

    We've seized abandoned cars and issued parking tickets during Operation Stop It

    Published: Thursday, 25th April 2019

    We seized 18 abandoned vehicles and issued 49 parking tickets during our recent Operation Stop It in Thamesmead.

  • Parking permit fraudster prosecuted

    Published: Tuesday, 26th March 2019

    A management consultant, Ms Canan Yusuf, has pleaded guilty to fraudulently obtaining a resident parking permit for an address in Eltham where she no longer lives.

  • We stand in solidarity with our Muslim community

    Published: Monday, 25th March 2019

    In the wake of the New Zealand mosque attacks, the leader of the Council paid a visit to Greenwich Islamic Centre during Friday prayers, to personally address the congregation. 

  • We’re clamping down on fly-tipping – don’t get caught out!

    Published: Monday, 25th March 2019

    After receiving a number of complaints about a fly-tipping hotspot on Sewell Road in Abbey Wood, we’ve caught fly-tippers in the act and hit them with vehicle seizures and fines.

  • Landscaping improvements for Elliston House

    Published: Monday, 25th March 2019

    Following consultation with residents, works to improve the area around Woolwich tower block will include new memorial to Fusilier Lee Rigby.

  • Community payback service user painting a wall.

    Offenders are helping to make a difference with community payback

    Published: Monday, 18th March 2019

    When someone commits a crime, the effect can reach far and wide across the community – we're proud to work with the London Community Rehabilitation Company so offenders can 'payback' the borough.

  • Image of the word fraud written in white writing with a red cross over it

    Fraudster is convicted after £9,000 rent scam in Woolwich

    Published: Thursday, 28th February 2019

    A man who scammed £9,000 from vulnerable victims by illegally letting a flat in Woolwich has been convicted of fraud and money laundering.

  • Young girl smoking

    No cigarettes for minors after our successful operation with the Met Police

    Published: Friday, 22nd February 2019

    Our undercover operation with the Met Police to test local retailers ended well this week, when all shopkeepers refused to sell cigarettes to minors.

  • Community projects reap dividends from the people’s vote

    Published: Friday, 22nd February 2019

    It’s been a bumper year for community groups as the winners of the Greenwich Neighbourhood Growth Fund are now revealed.

  • The main image of the campaign poster is a hand holding the strings of a puppet and this is essentially what coercive control is.

    New campaign highlights the hidden face of domestic abuse

    Published: Friday, 22nd February 2019

    Domestic abuse isn’t always physical. That’s the message behind our new campaign to highlight coercive control.

  • Beating the blizzards

    Published: Friday, 1st February 2019

    With forecasts of snow filling weather reports, it’s time to get weather-wise and prepare yourself for Jack Frost’s icy grip.

  • Save your Energy!

    Published: Friday, 18th January 2019

    Don’t pile on the pounds, save them! That’s the message during Big Energy Saving Week (21-27 January).

  • Banned from selling booze: two licences revoked over anti-social behaviour

    Published: Monday, 7th January 2019

    A restaurant and a supermarket have both had their alcohol licences revoked due to concerns around anti-social behaviour and violence.

  • Joint initiative helps clean up our borough

    Published: Thursday, 27th December 2018

    Joint working between the Council and Peabody has strengthened our efforts to clean up the borough.

  • Tis the season to stay safe

    Published: Friday, 21st December 2018

    It's a time of Christmas cheer but the festive season is also prime time for burglars. The Royal Borough's Safer Communities team have come up with some top tips on keeping the Christmas spirit alive.

  • Man banned for extreme anti-social behaviour

    Published: Thursday, 20th December 2018

    A man has been banned from a Council property in Woolwich for an additional three months after breaking his tenancy contract through extreme anti-social behaviour. 

  • Faith leaders unite to fight knife crime in the Royal Borough

    Published: Tuesday, 11th December 2018

    Faith leaders joined together at the recent Stronger Together conference to find ways to tackle rising knife crime.

  • Fake Christmas goods worth £200,000 seized in crackdown

    Published: Wednesday, 5th December 2018

    Counterfeit items totalling £200,000 in value were seized yesterday morning (4 December) in a joint operation between the Royal Borough of Greenwich’s Trading Standards team and the Met Police.

  • Reducing the Strength increases the numbers for the Royal Borough

    Published: Wednesday, 21st November 2018

    The Royal Borough of Greenwich has welcomed the 100th business to its Reducing the Strength campaign, a timely signing during Alcohol Awareness Week (19 to 25 November).

  • Statement on Enderby Wharf Cruise Terminal

    Published: Wednesday, 14th November 2018

    Statement from Cllr Danny Thorpe, Leader of the Royal Borough of Greenwich

  • Justice dispensed for vendor selling alcohol to minors

    Published: Wednesday, 7th November 2018

    The Royal Borough's Trading Standards has secured a successful prosecution against a shopkeeper who sold alcohol to minors.

  • Royal Borough's call to nature lovers

    Published: Tuesday, 6th November 2018

    Nature conservation lovers are being invited to play their part in keeping the borough's parks and open spaces green and safe.

  • Retailer's turnaround following Royal Borough knife crackdown

    Published: Monday, 5th November 2018

    The Royal Borough is calling on retailers to sign up to the Council's knife retail charter after two stores were caught selling knives to under age children.

  • Royal Greenwich successfully prosecutes noisy neighbour

    Published: Friday, 7th September 2018

    A resident who drove neighbours to despair by persistently playing excessively loud music at his home has to pay £750 following a successful prosecution by the Royal Borough of Greenwich.

  • Pledging to keep women and girls safe in Royal Greenwich

    Published: Wednesday, 5th September 2018

    The Royal Borough of Greenwich Women's Safety Charter has been launched to send out a clear message that sexual harassment is not tolerated in Royal Greenwich.

  • Greenwich shops pledge to help tackle rising knife crime

    Published: Friday, 27th July 2018

    A Charter for retailers has been launched to prevent knives getting into the hands of youngsters' as part of the Royal Borough's action plan to tackle the rise of deaths and injuries from knife crime.

  • Royal Borough retains Cleaner Air Borough accreditation

    Published: Friday, 6th July 2018

    The Cleaner Air Borough accreditation of the Royal Borough of Greenwich has been upheld by the Mayor of London.

  • Calls to night noise team helped Council secure loud music prosecution

    Published: Tuesday, 3rd July 2018

    The operator of a restaurant where loud music was repeatedly blasted out up until 3am was ordered to pay £7,250 following a successful prosecution by the Royal Borough.

  • Driving out motorbike and moped riding nuisance from parks

    Published: Wednesday, 27th June 2018

    A campaign to stop motorbike or moped riding in parks is launched after community concerns.

  • Twenty arrests in action to target knife crime

    Published: Wednesday, 27th June 2018

    Arrests made in three-day crackdown on knife crime in Woolwich town centre.

  • Rapid eviction of travellers thanks to borough wide ban

    Published: Monday, 18th June 2018

    A group of travellers were rapidly evicted from parkland thanks to a High Court injunction secured by the Royal Borough.

  • Trafalgar Road improvements start

    Published: Friday, 15th June 2018

    Work has begun on a programme of improvements to Trafalgar Road.

  • Shop netted in underage knife sales operation given hefty fine

    Published: Monday, 21st May 2018

    A store which sold a knife to an underage youngster has been ordered by a court to pay more than £3,500.

  • Driving forward our clear air policy

    Published: Monday, 19th March 2018

    Eglinton Primary School children educated their parents by talking to them about idling engines and their impact on local air quality.

  • Planting a greener future

    Published: Monday, 12th March 2018

    Children helped create an orchard with 50 fruit trees for their whole community to enjoy.

  • Become a litter picking champion at the Great British Spring Clean

    Published: Tuesday, 13th February 2018

    Residents, community groups, schools and businesses are encouraged to take part.

  • New biosecurity measures for bird keepers

    Published: Wednesday, 7th February 2018

    If you keep poultry or birds, you must follow the detailed requirements on strict biosecurity.

  • Business fined for using an illegal waste carrier

    Published: Tuesday, 23rd January 2018

    A business which used an unregistered waste carrier was ordered to pay nearly £700.

  • 'Love' clean-up campaign rolls out across Royal Greenwich

    Published: Monday, 18th December 2017

    The Plumstead High Street cleaning campaign is widening to all our high streets.

  • Don't be a victim of seasonal crime spike

    Published: Friday, 8th December 2017

    Be extra vigilant whilst out and about enjoying festive celebrations or shopping.

  • Noisy neighbour fined for blasting out loud music for months

    Published: Friday, 24th November 2017

    The man, who ignored 11 warnings to turn down his music, was fined £4,400 following a successful prosecution by the Royal Borough of Greenwich.

  • Closure Order served following anti-social behaviour complaints

    Published: Thursday, 26th October 2017

    The order was served on a Council flat in Charlton due to escalating anti-social and criminal behaviour at the property.

  • #GreenwichTogether for Hate Crime Awareness Week

    Published: Tuesday, 3rd October 2017

    The Royal Borough of Greenwich will be launching a week of activities on 14 October.

  • Car Free Day a big hit with local schoolchildren

    Published: Tuesday, 26th September 2017

    Twenty-five schools across Royal Greenwich took part in Transport for London's STARS Car Free Day on 22 September.

  • New clean air initiative is launched in Royal Greenwich

    Published: Monday, 25th September 2017

    Residents in East Greenwich and Greenwich Peninsula will benefit from the five year programme which uses technology and advances in data analytics to address challenges faced by major cities.

  • New travel scheme launched tackling air pollution

    Published: Tuesday, 8th August 2017

    The project rewards local people who switch from cars to walking and cycling.

  • Thought-provoking domestic abuse campaign launched

    Published: Friday, 21st July 2017

    'Is this love' promotes healthy relationships and the resources available to victims.

  • Day of action for Operation #PositivePlumstead

    Published: Friday, 21st July 2017

    The intensive enforcement operation was in partnership with the Metropolitan Police.

  • A borough united in stopping knife crime

    Published: Wednesday, 19th July 2017

    The Royal Borough is partnering with schools, agencies and the Metropolitan Police.

  • Staying safe during the summer months

    Published: Tuesday, 18th July 2017

    A reminder of the best ways to help you and your belongings.

  • Royal Borough wins £1.95m funding for innovative domestic abuse project

    Published: Tuesday, 11th July 2017

    The three year project will transform help for families experiencing domestic abuse.

  • Royal Greenwich approves new Community Safety Strategy

    Published: Friday, 30th June 2017

    The strategy sets out the community safety priorities for the next three years.

  • A new strategy for cleaner air for the next generation

    Published: Friday, 16th June 2017

    The Air Quality Action Plan was published on National Clean Air Day (15 June 2017).

  • Properties ordered to close following Council action in court

    Published: Thursday, 8th June 2017

    People in the properties were engaged in anti-social behaviour and criminal activity.

  • National Clean Air Day supported by Royal Borough

    Published: Wednesday, 7th June 2017

    A number of events and activities are taking place on Thursday 15 June.

  • Royal Borough works with the police to tackle knife crime

    Published: Friday, 12th May 2017

    We participated in Operation Sceptre 8, the London-wide crackdown on knife crime.

  • Heavy fines for noise nuisance offences

    Published: Tuesday, 7th March 2017

    The Royal Borough has successfully prosecuted a business and a household.

  • Royal Borough cracks down on under-age sales to tackle knife crime

    Published: Wednesday, 22nd February 2017

    Trading Standards officers seized knives and razors as part of Police campaign.

  • Greenwich champions needed for Great British Spring Clean 2017

    Published: Monday, 20th February 2017

    Join the campaign to clean up your local area from 3 to 5 March 2017.

  • GLA awards clean air status to the Royal Borough of Greenwich

    Published: Monday, 5th December 2016

    The award was given for a number of initiatives to improve air quality.

  • Warning to shoplifters as Christmas season approaches

    Published: Monday, 21st November 2016

    The Safer Greenwich Partnership is using a range of measures to prevent shoplifting.

  • Meet local police officers at the Safer Greenwich meeting

    Published: Monday, 21st November 2016

    Residents are strongly encouraged to come along to the meeting on 1 December 2016.

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