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Find out more about the remarkable people who give up their own time to support the police.

Find out more about the services we have in place to help us provide the most appropriate service to people with mental health problems

Preventing and tackling crime

Discover how we are tackling crime and anti-social behaviour

How we handle incidents

Find out what happens when you report an incident to North Yorkshire Police.

Public safety and welfare

Find out how we protect the public when crime isn't a factor

Roads policing and safety cameras

Read about how we police the roads, including how we use camera safety vehicles

Licenses and permits

Find out if you need a licence or permit from the police, and how to apply.

Campaigns

Find out about our latest crime prevention and public awareness campaigns.

Use of force

As part of our commitment to openness and transparency, we publish data about our use of force.

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Report it

A guide to direct your query to the right place.

Service directory

Find out all the different services we offer online.

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Terrorism advice

There is a serious and sustained threat from international terrorism to the UK and UK interests overseas. If you suspect it, report it.

Home security

Take security measures to protect your home and possessions

Road safety

Advice on how to drive safely, whatever the conditions may be

Safer countryside

Keep safe whilst living in, travelling and visiting our rural areas

Personal safety

Our advice to keep you and your belongings safe

Safer online

Protect yourself and your family whilst working and playing online

Safer business

Crime reduction measures to help protect your business and premises

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Safer online

Protect yourself and your family whilst working and playing online

Cybercrime

Follow our simple security measures and to reduce the chances of becoming a victim of cybercrime

Advice for parents and carers

Advice to parents and carers to keep children safe whilst online

Common online scams and fraud

A list of common online scams and frauds with advice to prevent it from happening

Cyber bullying

A description of cyber bullying and what action can be taken against it

Sextortion

Learn how to avoid being taken advantage of when you're online

Safety advice

Safety advice to prevent common online scams and fraud

Pokémon Go safety tips

Recognise the importance of staying safe while playing Pokemon Go