Ask The Police (@AskThePolice) header
Ask The Police (@AskThePolice) profile picture

Ask The Police

@AskThePolice

Official Police information resource created by @ThePNLD. Not for crime reporting; call 999 for emergencies or 101 for non-emergencies.

 Wakefield, West Yorkshire
askthe.police.uk/
Joined October 2011
  • Tweets10.3K
  • Following2.3K
  • Followers6.1K
2.5KMedia
Photo by Ask The Police (@AskThePolice)Photo by Ask The Police (@AskThePolice)Photo by Ask The Police (@AskThePolice)Photo by Ask The Police (@AskThePolice)Photo by Ask The Police (@AskThePolice)Photo by Ask The Police (@AskThePolice)Photo by Ask The Police (@AskThePolice)Photo by Ask The Police (@AskThePolice)Photo by Ask The Police (@AskThePolice)Photo by Ask The Police (@AskThePolice)
🔥 Are you hosting a #Bonfire this week? Make sure you are able to keep control of your bonfire, as it can be illegal if such fire injures, interrupts or endangers users of a highway/carriageway. 🔗: askthe.police.uk/faq/?id=c19… #FireSafety
Image from Ask The Police (@AskThePolice)
68
🚓 New police family support resource launches during International Stress Awareness Week To mark International Stress Awareness Week, a new Police Family Support resource has launched, bringing together information, advice and support in one place. oscarkilo.org.uk/news/new-po…
New police family support resource launches during International Stress Awareness Week | Oscar Kilo

New police family support resource launches during International Stress Awareness Week | Oscar Kilo

Families play a vital role in supporting the wellbeing of those who work in policing. To mark International Stress Awareness Week, we have launched a new Police Family Support resource, bringing...

oscarkilo.org.uk
85
🚓 What is heritage crime? It is any offence which harms the value of heritage assets and their settings, as defined by Historic England. Heritage assets are sites which are considered to have value to the heritage of England. 🔗Read here: askthe.police.uk/faq/?id=36e…
Question of the Day graphic displaying a picture of Stonehenge with Q964: What is heritage crime? Question appears in a white box with the Ask the Police logo underneath.

ALT Question of the Day graphic displaying a picture of Stonehenge with Q964: What is heritage crime? Question appears in a white box with the Ask the Police logo underneath.

74
🎃 Are you preparing for trick or treating with your children? Here is some advice on how to enjoy yourselves safely this #Halloween and not bump into any unwanted surprises 👻 Click here for the details: askthe.police.uk/faq/?id=745…
Image from Ask The Police (@AskThePolice)
1
96
📰 Under-18 sales ban on nicotine products and all vapes Chief Medical Officer responds to restrictions on the sale and promotion of vapes and nicotine products. gov.uk/government/speeches/u…
Under-18 sales ban on nicotine products and all vapes

Under-18 sales ban on nicotine products and all vapes

Chief Medical Officer responds to restrictions on the sale and promotion of vapes and nicotine products

gov.uk
106
🚨 What is classed as an emergency? The link below includes a few examples of emergencies when it would be necessary to call 999. This is not however an exhaustive list and common sense must prevail. Click to read more: askthe.police.uk/faq/?id=c7b…
Image from Ask The Police (@AskThePolice)
85
👤 Nitrous oxide is a colourless gas, also known as ‘laughing gas’. Nitrous oxide is a Class C drug and it is an offence to possess it unless it can be shown it was possessed for one of the legitimate exemptions. 🔗 Click the link to find out more: askthe.police.uk/faq/?id=545…
Question of the Day graphic displaying a picture of nitrous oxide canisters left on a road with Q01073: What is the law relating to nitrous oxide? Question appears in a white box with the Ask the Police logo underneath.

ALT Question of the Day graphic displaying a picture of nitrous oxide canisters left on a road with Q01073: What is the law relating to nitrous oxide? Question appears in a white box with the Ask the Police logo underneath.

67
🚓 Are you frightened of your violent partner? You can make a report to your local police who have specially trained officers who can offer help and support. Read the full details here: askthe.police.uk/faq/?id=6ee…
Image from Ask The Police (@AskThePolice)
128
🚔 The police will take action if the dog was dangerously out of control If the police cannot take action under the circumstances, the other viable alternative is to pursue civil proceedings against the dog owner. 🔗 Read in full here: askthe.police.uk/faq/?id=2e2…
Question of the Day graphic displaying a picture of a dog on a leash with Q23: My pet has been attacked by a dog, can the police do anything? Question appears in a white box with the Ask the Police logo underneath.

ALT Question of the Day graphic displaying a picture of a dog on a leash with Q23: My pet has been attacked by a dog, can the police do anything? Question appears in a white box with the Ask the Police logo underneath.

106
👮 We have a dedicated Q&A listing the non-emergency contact details for all police forces in England and Wales. 🔗 Click to find out more: askthe.police.uk/faq/?id=a1e…
Question of the Day graphic displaying a picture of a old style police station sign with Q727: Do you have contact details for all the police forces in England and Wales? Question appears in a white box with the Ask the Police logo underneath.

ALT Question of the Day graphic displaying a picture of a old style police station sign with Q727: Do you have contact details for all the police forces in England and Wales? Question appears in a white box with the Ask the Police logo underneath.

1
101
👮 I think my friend/partner has been arrested and is in the cells, how can I find out? The police are not allowed to inform anyone that a person has been detained without their express permission (unless the person in custody is a juvenile). 🔗: askthe.police.uk/faq/?id=49b…
Image from Ask The Police (@AskThePolice)
90
🚗 If your car has been broken into, here's what you should do: Report the crime to your local police - most forces now have the facility to report it online. 🔗 Click here for more information: askthe.police.uk/faq/?id=3cf…
A Close-up of a car's gear shift and electronic parking brake button with Q499: My car has been broken into and I think whoever did it may have left fingerprints, what should I do? Question appears in a white box and green background with the Ask the Police logo underneath.

ALT A Close-up of a car's gear shift and electronic parking brake button with Q499: My car has been broken into and I think whoever did it may have left fingerprints, what should I do? Question appears in a white box and green background with the Ask the Police logo underneath.

64
🚘 If you acquire 6 or more penalty points within 2 years of passing your first driving test you will automatically have your licence revoked. 🔗 Click the link for more information: askthe.police.uk/faq/?id=b18…
Question of the Day graphic displaying a picture of parked cars on a street with Q713: How will gaining penalty points affect a provisional or newly qualified driver? Question appears in a white box with the Ask the Police logo underneath.

ALT Question of the Day graphic displaying a picture of parked cars on a street with Q713: How will gaining penalty points affect a provisional or newly qualified driver? Question appears in a white box with the Ask the Police logo underneath.

100
👥 Are you aware of #ClaresLaw? Clare's Law provides you with a 'right to ask' if you may have any concerns that your partner or ex-partner, has a history of domestic abuse. 🔗 Click the link for more information: askthe.police.uk/faq/?id=92f…
Question of the Day graphic displaying a picture of a police car with flashing blue lights with Q808: Can you tell me about the Domestic Violence Disclosure Scheme, also known as Clare's Law? Question appears in a white box with the Ask the Police logo underneath.

ALT Question of the Day graphic displaying a picture of a police car with flashing blue lights with Q808: Can you tell me about the Domestic Violence Disclosure Scheme, also known as Clare's Law? Question appears in a white box with the Ask the Police logo underneath.

1
82
📢 Anti-Slavery Day 2026 Anti-Slavery Day is an opportunity to raise awareness of the fact over 49.6 million people in the world today, and an estimated 122,000 people in the UK, are trapped in conditions of modern slavery. hopeforjustice.org/anti-slav…
1
123
👮 My child has been arrested and they are under 18, what is the procedure? When a child aged 17 or under has been arrested, the custody officer must (where they are able) find out who is responsible for the welfare of the child. 🔗Find out more here: askthe.police.uk/faq/?id=6c5…
Question of the Day graphic displaying a picture of a person in handcuffs sat at a table with Q106: My child has been arrested and they are under 18, what is the procedure? Question appears in a white box with the Ask the Police logo underneath.

ALT Question of the Day graphic displaying a picture of a person in handcuffs sat at a table with Q106: My child has been arrested and they are under 18, what is the procedure? Question appears in a white box with the Ask the Police logo underneath.

70
🗞️ New courts in the north to help women break the cycle of reoffending Hundreds of vulnerable women will be better supported to break the cycle of reoffending for good through the expansion of crime-cutting Intensive Supervision Courts (ISCs). gov.uk/government/news/new-c…
New courts in the north to help women break the cycle of reoffending

New courts in the north to help women break the cycle of reoffending

Hundreds of vulnerable women will be better supported to break the cycle of reoffending for good through the expansion of crime-cutting Intensive Supervision Courts (ISCs).

gov.uk
93
📰 Victims to receive clearer communication on charging decisions to help them feel better informed and supported. cps.gov.uk/national-news/new…
111
🖥️ New tool improves reporting for victims of cloned numberplates Partnership between policing and DVLA delivers new national service. news.npcc.police.uk/releases…
New tool improves reporting for victims of cloned numberplates

New tool improves reporting for victims of cloned numberplates

Partnership between policing and DVLA delivers new national service.

news.npcc.police.uk
1
75
📸 #Upskirting is illegal and typically involves the taking a photograph or video recording beneath the clothing of another person, without their consent. If you believe that you have been a victim of upskirting then contact the police via 101. 🔗: askthe.police.uk/faq/?id=018…
Question of the Day graphic displaying a picture of a holding a camera close up of the lens with Q985: Can you tell me about the offence of 'upskirting'? Question appears in a white box with the Ask the Police logo underneath.

ALT Question of the Day graphic displaying a picture of a holding a camera close up of the lens with Q985: Can you tell me about the offence of 'upskirting'? Question appears in a white box with the Ask the Police logo underneath.

209
Load more