Knife Crime Matters

17/07/2026

Drop the Knives. Pick Up the Golf Clubs. ⛳️🖤

Knife crime has a devastating impact on families and communities. Together, we can encourage young people to choose positive opportunities, build confidence, and develop new skills through sport.

Every conversation, every opportunity, and every positive influence can make a difference.

17/07/2026

Last day to advertise your business at the Tramlines Festival on the big screens 4 times a hour over 3 days

Harvey Willgoose was fifteen when he was fatally stabbed in Sheffield. He loved Tramlines. This summer his memorial advert plays on the screens beside the main stage, and the businesses who sponsor it will fund The Harvey Willgoose Hub CIC to put prevention into every high school in his city.

11/02/2026

Heartbreaking news from Brent today. Two children stabbed in school is two too many. We cannot afford to wait for another tragedy before taking action.

Our schools must be 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. "Carrying for protection" is a lie—it only creates more victims.

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

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

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

15/01/2026

Safety, Resilience, and the Reality of Youth Knife Crime 🛡️
As we enter 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

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18/12/2025

Holy Trinity CofE School in Bury closed as police investigated a nearby stabbing. Teenagers were among those arrested, underlining how our youth are increasingly in danger. Although not linked to the school, the incident highlights the urgent need for communities, families, and authorities to act together to protect children and keep young people safe.

17/12/2025

There are no words that can take away the pain of losing your beautiful Aria. At just nine years old, she had so much more love to give and life to live. Please know that our entire community is grieving alongside you, holding you in our thoughts, and surrounding you with love. We will forever cherish the memory of her bright spirit and the joy she brought to the world

A 15-year-old boy has appeared in court charged with the murder of a nine-year-old girl.

Police earlier named the victim as Aria Thorpe, who was found dead at a house in Lime Close, Weston-super-Mare, on Monday evening.

The teenage accused, who cannot be named due to his age, appeared at Bristol Magistrates' Court on Wednesday and spoke only to confirm his name and address.

A post-mortem examination found the preliminary cause of Aria's death was a single stab wound, Avon and Somerset Police said.

15/12/2025

We are thrilled to announce that GCD Security has once again renewed its sponsorship of Knife Crime Matters CIC!
Their continued support is making a huge difference.
This year, GCD Security will be backing three local schools in Maidenhead by providing access to vital anti-knife crime educational resources and essential, life-saving bleed kits.
It is through strong partnerships like this that we can continue to raise awareness and equip young people and educators with the knowledge and tools needed to combat knife crime and make our communities safer.
Thank you, GCD Security, for your commitment to the safety and well-being of our youth!
GCD Security

05/12/2025

📣 Call for Sponsors: Invest in Youth Safety & Education! 🩸📚We urgently need sponsors/ dations to help provide educational resources into schools.