Knife bins
Knife disposal bins are available across the borough where you can safely dispose of a knife, blade or tool.
If you need to carry a knife to put it in a bin, first wrap it in several layers of cardboard or paper and secure it with plenty of sticky tape so that the blade is completely protected and the knife cannot easily be removed. Although it is still an offence to have a knife in a public place, it is considered reasonable to carry it directly to a knife bin if it is wrapped in this way.
What happens after I use the disposal bin?
The items will be safely collected and destroyed.
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Report knife crime
Always call 999 if you are in danger or need immediate help.
For non-emergency concerns call 101 or report a crime to Greater Manchester Police (external link).
Report anonymously
Crimestoppers is an independent charity that allows you to report a crime, completely anonymously.
Call 0800 555 111 or report a crime anonymously to Crimestoppers (external link).
Help and support
If you or someone you know is affected by or involved in knife crime, help and support is always available.
Support for young people
- Fearless (external link): Fearless is the youth-focused service from the independent charity, Crimestoppers. It gives you a safe and completely anonymous way to share information about crime. You can also access non-judgemental information and advice about crime and criminality
- I am greater campaign (external link): The I am greater campaign encourages young people to take positive action to prevent violence from escalating. Their website has helpful resources, support, and plenty of local activities you can join to find your place
- The Greater Manchester Navigator project (external link): The Greater Manchester Navigator project supports young people aged 10-25, that have been victims of violent crime or may be considered at risk of being so. Navigators work with a wide range of partners, such as mental health teams, schools, and community projects to create wraparound support and help young people build resilience and achieve their goals.
Stop the bleed kits
Stop the bleed kits are available in the borough. These publicly accessible kits contain essential supplies to control severe bleeding, helping to slow down blood loss until the emergency services arrive.
In an emergency, members of the public can access the kit by calling 999. The operator will provide a code to unlock the cabinet where the kit is stored and will be guided through the process of how to use the kit.
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