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🌟Special events this week at ROC Northern Ireland 🌟 THURSDAY AT 10.30AM: ROC Glengormley Community Safety Project Can Do! - it's our first session where we be exploring what it means to feel safe and who keeps us safe. Join us from 10.30am-12pm in Glengormley Library (Carnmoney Road). THURSDAY AT 1PM: ROC Ballyclare Community Safety Project Can Do - final session where we will be exploring keeping safe in the home with lots of advice, top tips & resources. Join us from 1pm - 2.30pm at Ballyclare Library. FRIDAY: Launch of new DI&CE project in partnership with Orchardville at Parliament Buildings. Invite only event with details coming soon of workshops on equipping groups on how to be more inclusive of those with learning disability, autism & neurodivergent conditions. Libraries in Antrim and Newtownabbey Antrim and Newtownabbey PCSP #keepingsafe #newtownabbey #library #CommunitySafety

Today, Probationer Training say farewell to PC Gary Adair, who leaves his role as an Instructor after four years. PC Adair has seen thousands of new recruits through their initial training course over his time in the department. We wish him all the best in his new role. 👮🏼

What is ROC Angels? ROC Angels empowers local people of goodwill to work together for safer, stronger communities especially within the third spaces of society, such as: the night-time economy; music festivals and events; around pubs and clubs; within town and city centres; local communities. We seek to equip and resource, connect with others and offer projects and ideas that work. Click the link to find out more 👇 roc.uk.com/rocangels/

Detectives are appealing for witnesses following a housebreaking in Broxburn, West Lothian. The incident happened around 2.15pm on Thursday, 23 April, 2026, at a property in Rendall Gardens. orlo.uk/607up

Join us for a joyful evening as students, staff, families, and friends gather to celebrate our students’ hard work and give thanks for all God has done this year. Everone is welcome! Read more: ets.ac.uk/ets-awards-202…

🚲 Bike Marking Event 🚲 Keep your bike safe and protected! Join us for a free bike marking session: 📅 Thursday 23/04/2026 ⏰ 1800–2000 hours 📍 Queen Margaret Halls of Residence, Bellshaugh Court, Glasgow #CommunitySafety #BikeSecurity #Glasgow

Whether you’re camping or run a camp site, our TENT SAFETY poster is definitely worth reading / printing for display. Fire can destroy a tent in less than 60 seconds. Get a copy here: rb.gy/i4p5r4

From Voices to Action! 🗣️ Join our progress update session to hear the findings from the SRC participation review & our new direction for lived experience. Whether you're new or returning, your voice matters as we enter Phase 2. Register here: ow.ly/lK4L50YI5iB

Detectives are appealing for information following an assault in Glasgow. Around 10.30pm on Friday, 10 April, 2026, a 38-year-old woman was assaulted in Cowglen Road. More information: orlo.uk/5G4El

Parents & carers – you can help reduce deliberate fires: Make sure children & young people are aware of the risks of playing with fire & consequences of deliberately setting a fire. Leaflet: rb.gy/as4c27 Fire Safety Support & Education service: rb.gy/ra1xur

How it works A ROC Conversation is a one-year community engagement project that begins with an invitation from a local area. This will sometimes come from a statutory body such as the Police or a local authority; other times it may be a local charity or church or even a school. The request is always based on the need for a neutral facilitator to gather a diverse group with no specific agenda other than the desire to strengthen the community through opening door of communication between existing groups. Click to read more… roc.uk.com/roc-conversati…

Good luck to Bob MacIntyre @robert1lefty as he competes at The Masters in Augusta! Here he is pictured with his dad, Oban firefighter Dougie MacIntyre. Everyone in EWDAB will be cheering you both on!

💛 We’re really pleased to share some great news for #Peterborough… Caroline Hutchings has stepped into the role of ROC Community Action Group Coordinator 🎉 Following the recent ROC Conversation in February, Caroline is helping to bring people together across the City, building connections, and supporting local action that makes a real difference.

NEW❗️⌚️13:55 🗺️#M8 Jct 4- 4A ⚠️The #M8 is currently ⛔️CLOSED⛔️ westbound between jcts 4- 4A due to a vehicle fire 🚒Emergency services are at the scene 🛣️Delays are expected. Alternative routes are recommended currently 📣Updates to follow @SETrunkRoads

Hey guys @springharvest Minehead is live on You Tube today only - free for you to watch youtube.com/watch?v=ChRVoG…

It has been a busy week for new recruits at the Scottish Police College. 🚔 roads policing practical exercises ✍️ statement taking exercises on multiple crimes 👮 practiced their drill manoeuvres Police Scotland are recruiting now ➡️ orlo.uk/001QC #AJobLikeNoOther

Posted at 9.50pm on Sunday, 5 April Crews are currently on the scene of a fire affecting a large pile of rubbish within a disused building at Bogleshole Road, Cambuslang. Heavy smoke may be visible from the north and southbound carriageways of the M74 near to junctions 2 and 2a.

Are you going to Spring Harvest 2026 🤔 Let us know and who knows you might see Debra Green Speaker and Author 😁

🌟Special events this week are happening at ROC Northern Ireland 🌟 TUESDAY: Myth Busting Workshop - part of the Finding the Peace Glengormley Good Relations Project: Join us from 10am-12pm in Lilian Bland Pavilion (Carnmoney Road) WEDNESDAY: Community Safety Fair - all age event showcasing wide range of community safety support services including keeping safe online, in the home & in community. Pop in between 11am - 1pm at First Larne Presbyterian Church (Inver Rd) - free!

We’re delighted to announce that Geoff Baxter OBE is joining ROC as our new Executive Director, leading on business development. Geoff brings extensive experience from a distinguished career across the charity and faith sectors. He is the founder of Reflex Prison Ministry and has held senior roles with organisations including British Youth for Christ, Living Well, Prison Fellowship and Mercy Ships. He has also worked as a consultant within the criminal justice system, supporting initiatives that serve vulnerable communities. His passion for community transformation and his strong track record in partnership working will be invaluable as we continue to grow ROC’s impact across the UK and USA. Geoff will also continue supporting the work of NAYBA in the United States and Australia to help churches in transforming their communities. This international perspective will support and create opportunities for collaboration within ROC’s work. Geoff’s appointment marks an exciting step forward as we continue building safer, stronger communities by bringing people together to address local need. Please join us in warmly welcoming Geoff to the team.