Knife Crime Matters

11/05/2026

https://www.change.org/p/for-harvey-ensuring-bleed-kits-in-every-high-school-and-youth-club

In 2025, 15-year-old Harvey Willgoose tragically lost his life after being stabbed at school by another 15-year-old. This devastating event has deeply affected the community and highlights the urgent need for proactive steps to prevent such tragedies in the future. No family should have to go through the pain and loss they have faced.

23/04/2026

Unfortunately, we find ourselves confronted by troubling headlines that should not exist. Yet, here they are, reminding us of ongoing challenges and the urgent need for change. Your support is essential in driving positive transformation and making a meaningful difference.

'Two school-aged children die each month from knife injuries in England, with most fatalities resulting from a single stab wound, according to the first national analysis of its kind'

The average age of fatal knife attacks against children is 14 years old, a new study has revealed.

13/04/2026

We would like to express our sincere gratitude to Paul Hickman Managing Director at GCD Security Ltd in Maidenhead for their continued generous sponsorship. Their support has enabled us to provide bleed kits and lesson resources to several local schools. The recipients include Westgate School Cippenham, Windsor Boys School in Slough, and Desborough College in Maidenhead. Furthermore, many more secondary schools will benefit with the Knife Crime Resources through the long standing financial support through Paul Hickman at GCD Security Ltd. This contribution plays a vital role in enhancing the safety and educational opportunities for students at these institutions.

We invite YOU to play an active role in tackling knife crime within our communities. By getting involved, you can make a meaningful difference and contribute to a safer environment for everyone.

If you are interested in learning more about how you can help, please do not hesitate to contact us at [email protected]. We are here to support you and provide guidance on ways to effectively combat knife crime.

08/04/2026

Empowering Children Through Education and Creativity

We invite you to be part of the solution. Your support will help us educate children and spread the crucial message that there are no winners when it comes to knife crime.

We are launching a major campaign targeting primary school children across the region. Our plan is to distribute over 50,000 A4 colouring page competition entries to 112 primary schools. We firmly believe that early intervention and education play a vital role in tackling knife crime.

As part of the competition, winning pupils will be awarded an Art Kit, their school will receive a bleed kit, and their artwork will be showcased across our social media platforms and website.

Sponsorship rates include the cost of design, printing, and delivery. You can choose from the following options:
• 500 pages: £145.00
• 1,000 pages: £245.00
• 2,500 pages: £495.00
• 5,000 pages: £945.00
• 10,000 pages: £1,695.00
• 25,000 pages: £2,995.00

If you require further information, please get in touch at [email protected].

08/04/2026

A mural has been unveiled in memory of 15-year-old schoolboy Harvey Willgoose, who was stabbed to death by a fellow pupil.

The teenager's family teamed up with the charity Knife Crime Matters to create the artwork, which has been put up at the entrance to Meadowhall Shopping Centre, nearest to the bus and Supertram interchange.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cly0x4dkkp7o

07/04/2026

Safety, Resilience, and the Reality of Youth Knife Crime 🛡️
As we enter spring 2026, the conversation around youth safety in the UK is shifting from reactive "bans" to proactive safeguarding.

While "American-style" lockdown drills are making national headlines now, for schools in Southport , this has been a necessary reality since the tragic events of 2024. Their leadership in trauma-informed safety protocols is now providing a roadmap for the rest of the country.

The Current Landscape:
• The Stats: Over 99% of youth knife offences are for possession alone—driven more by fear than intent to harm.

• The Policy: The new Crime and Policing Bill is introducing "Prevention Partnerships" and strict "Ronan’s Law" age checks to curb supply.

• The Goal: A whole-of-society approach to halve knife crime within a decade.

Safety isn’t just about security drills; it’s about early intervention and building communities where children don’t feel the need to carry protection.

How can we better support our schools and young people in this transition? Let's discuss. ⬇️ Knifecrimematters.org

Dedicated to knife crime awareness through education and community programmes. CIC partnering with businesses and organisations. Contact us.

07/04/2026

Honouring Harvey Willgoose: A Commitment to Safer Schools

The unveiling ceremony was held last month at Meadowhall, Sheffield, to honour the memory of Harvey Willgoose, a 15-year-old schoolboy who was tragically murdered in 2025.

A Collaborative Tribute
We are proud to have collaborated with Harvey’s family on the creation of this mural. It is our sincere hope that this work will help to convey the vital message that there are no winners in knife crime.

Our Vision for School Safety
Our aim is to make our schools safe havens, not scenes of violence. Here is what we need now:

Education & Awareness
We must teach our youth the permanent consequences of violence. A split-second decision results in a lifetime of trauma, imprisonment, or the loss of a life.

Immediate Safety Measure
Bleed Kits: These save lives in the critical minutes before help arrives. They must be as common as fire extinguishers in every hallway.

Knife Arches: Deterrents at school gates should be standard. If they protect airports and courts, they should protect our children.

A Call to Action
Protecting our children is non-negotiable. We need all local Councils and school boards to prioritise these safety measures immediately.

07/04/2026

Regrettably, we no longer have access to our original page, so we are beginning anew. I kindly ask everyone to invite their friends and family to follow us, enabling us to unite our efforts and contribute to the fight against knife crime.