Post by QPR Report on Aug 1, 2009 9:32:42 GMT
No mention re QPR, but obviously of relevance
Football League
STREET CRIME REDUCTION KEY FOR LONDON CLUBS
Football League clubs in London have united to address the issue of gun and knife crime on the capital's streets.
Last year, Charlton Athletic's campaign Street Violence Ruins Lives was launched following murders in Sidcup and Bexley.
At Crystal Palace, serving officers from CO19 - Scotland Yard's specialist firearms unit - visited youngsters to discuss the dangers of knife crime.
The talk was part of the Give The Red Card To Knife Crime programme, launched by the Crystal Palace Community Sports Trust, Croydon Council and Metropolitan Police.
The CO19 officers showed pictures and short films of knife injuries to stimulate frank and open discussions.
Two ex-convicts, who had spent time in prison for weapons and violent offences, also attended the visits. They explained to the teenagers how lives of crime can damage both the offenders - and their families.
Crystal Palace goalkeeper Julian Speroni took part in the workshops.
He said: "Listening to the effects of knife crime was very powerful.
"It really brought home the risks of getting involved. The young lads seemed to appreciate that.
"Give The Red Card To Knife Crime is a great project and shows the club's commitment to tackling the problem."
At Millwall, fans showed their support for the One Minute In May anti-street violence campaign with a minute's applause.
And Lions' supporters welcomed the Mizen family to the game against Peterborough United. Jimmy Mizen, 16, was murdered in May 2008.
Father Barry said: "Our desire is to see One Minute In May become the start of a determined effort to tackle the anger in society that caused Jimmy's death.
"We hope Millwall fans can take the lead in trying to bring about a gradual positive change."
Lions' Chairman John Berylson added: "Violent anger is an issue that affects all of us.
"We must grasp the opportunity to tackle it together. It isn't just about our club and community, but every club at every level representing communities across the country."
www.football-league.co.uk/page/FLTrustNewsDetail/0,,10794~1739606,00.html
Football League
STREET CRIME REDUCTION KEY FOR LONDON CLUBS
Football League clubs in London have united to address the issue of gun and knife crime on the capital's streets.
Last year, Charlton Athletic's campaign Street Violence Ruins Lives was launched following murders in Sidcup and Bexley.
At Crystal Palace, serving officers from CO19 - Scotland Yard's specialist firearms unit - visited youngsters to discuss the dangers of knife crime.
The talk was part of the Give The Red Card To Knife Crime programme, launched by the Crystal Palace Community Sports Trust, Croydon Council and Metropolitan Police.
The CO19 officers showed pictures and short films of knife injuries to stimulate frank and open discussions.
Two ex-convicts, who had spent time in prison for weapons and violent offences, also attended the visits. They explained to the teenagers how lives of crime can damage both the offenders - and their families.
Crystal Palace goalkeeper Julian Speroni took part in the workshops.
He said: "Listening to the effects of knife crime was very powerful.
"It really brought home the risks of getting involved. The young lads seemed to appreciate that.
"Give The Red Card To Knife Crime is a great project and shows the club's commitment to tackling the problem."
At Millwall, fans showed their support for the One Minute In May anti-street violence campaign with a minute's applause.
And Lions' supporters welcomed the Mizen family to the game against Peterborough United. Jimmy Mizen, 16, was murdered in May 2008.
Father Barry said: "Our desire is to see One Minute In May become the start of a determined effort to tackle the anger in society that caused Jimmy's death.
"We hope Millwall fans can take the lead in trying to bring about a gradual positive change."
Lions' Chairman John Berylson added: "Violent anger is an issue that affects all of us.
"We must grasp the opportunity to tackle it together. It isn't just about our club and community, but every club at every level representing communities across the country."
www.football-league.co.uk/page/FLTrustNewsDetail/0,,10794~1739606,00.html